UNISA Diploma in Corrections Management Course Modules and Curriculum
The Diploma in Corrections Management at UNISA is a comprehensive program tailored for those operating or aspiring to work within the Correctional Services environment, particularly at a tactical level. This qualification blends legal, administrative, and managerial principles specific to Corrections Management. Here’s an overview of the curriculum:
First Level Modules
Introduction to Social Welfare and Social Work: BSW1501
Introduction to Social Work as a Profession: BSW1502
Introduction to Criminology: CMY1501
Academic Language and Literacy in English: ENG1503
Introduction to Law: ILW1501
Introduction to Fundamental Penology: PEN1501
Introduction to Corrections Science: PEN1502
Correctional Skills (recommended after PEN1501): PEN1503
Nature, Content, and Scope of Public Administration: PUB1501
Social Dimensions of Justice: SJD1501
Second Level Modules
Fundamental Rights (requires ILW1501 & PLS1502): FUR2601
Fundamental Penology: PEN2601
Social Dynamics in a Correctional Centre: PEN2602
Community Corrections: PEN2603
Introduction to Correctional Management: PEN2604
Correctional Services Administration I: PEN2605
Admission and Release Mechanisms: PEN2606
Administration of the Correctional Services Act: PEN2607
Correction and Care: PEN2608
Public Administration Stream (choose B or C): PUB1601, PUB2602
Social Work Stream (choose B or C): BSW2601, BSW2602
Third Level Modules
Restorative Justice in Corrections: PEN3701
Unit and Case Management in Correctional Services: PEN3704
Youth Corrections: PEN3705
Correctional Services Administration III: PEN3706
Correctional Management Principles: PEN3707
Correctional Management Control Mechanisms: PEN3708
Public Administration Stream (choose B or C): PUB3701, PUB3703, PUB3707
Social Work Stream (choose B or C): BSW3702, BSW3703, BSW3704
This qualification prepares learners to address contemporary issues in corrections management effectively. It equips them with skills to support and implement strategies, policies, and procedures in a correctional context. The program is available via online and distance learning modes, providing flexibility for students. The curriculum ensures a solid foundation in corrections management, blending theoretical knowledge with practical application.
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