7 courses with the subject VCT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
VCT 601Victim Studies3
Considers the evolution of the study of Victimology from a historical perspective. It will focus on the scientific study of the physical, emotional and financial harm people suffer as victims in our society. The course will also examine the public’s political, social, cultural and economic reactions to victimization.
This course examines the different ways trauma and crime can impact victims. It includes an analysis of who is affected by trauma and crime; immediate, short-term and long-term reactions; factors that impact a victim’s ability to cope; Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and emotional and psychological trauma; and the spiritual impact of trauma and crime.
An examination of the developing field of victim advocacy. The course will focus on the history and nature of the victims’ rights movement, basic victims’ rights, communication and service provision, cultural and spiritual skills, and ethical issues. The analysis will conclude with an analysis of best practices and opportunities for collaboration within the field to move it forward.
This course will analyze the special vulnerabilities and needs of children. Issues surrounding their vulnerability, how the justice system responds to and works with others in addressing those needs and vulnerabilities, and services and treatment will be the focus.
This course will provide an overview of the various types of elder abuse and fraud to include financial fraud, identity theft, telemarketing scams, sweetheart scams, Medicare scams and swindles, phishing, physical and mental abuse, exploitation by caretakers, and neglect. This course will look at the laws governing these crimes and the agencies charged with investigation and care of elderly victims. The special problems of dealing with geriatric victims will be discussed. 316
Analyzes the experiences of and responses to domestic violence. The course will examine the causes and effects of violence within various family structures and interpersonal relationships. Theoretical and legal analysis will be a focus as well as research and systematic response. Research data, as well as case studies, will be utilized to help illustrate and further explore the various forms of violence in intimate relations.