By the end of this module, learners will be able to:
- Identify main principles, goals and characteristics of the restorative practices as new ways of social control of crime
- Apply legal knowledge to understand the role and benefits of restorative practice for perpetrator (emerging adult), victim and community
- Implement the standards of restorative justice in criminal cases
- Develop communication and other form of strategies to establish trust and provide victim and community to participate in programs of restorative practices
- Analyze types of restorative practice which are available in International and European law and recognize the strengths and weaknesses each of them
- Evaluate case studies and formulate adequate measures for participation victims and society in programs of restorative practice
Welcome to Restorative practice Module!
This Module is designed for students in order to prepare them to use restorative practices with emerging adults during their punishment and after their release from prison. During this course learners will be able to identify main principles, goals and characteristics of the restorative practices as well as gain and apply legal knowledge to understand the role and benefits of restorative practice. Through (real and hypothetical) criminal cases and simulations of different types restorative practices available in comparative law, students will train how to provide participation different subjects in restorative practices. As you explore, you'll find that restorative practices are the new way of social control of crime and that is very important for family members, members of community and victim to participate in these practices.
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
- Explain the principles of diversity management and their application within correctional facilities
- Identify the benefits and challenges of diversity in prisons, including its impact on staff-inmate relationships and institutional policies
- Analyse gender stereotypes and their influence on the experiences of both inmates and prison staff
- Examine the challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals in prisons and propose strategies for fostering an inclusive environment
- Describe the concept of neurodiversity and assess the impact of ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions in prison settings
- Recognize cultural and religious differences in prisons and apply strategies for conflict resolution and inclusion
- Design practical approaches to address discrimination, implicit bias, and structural barriers within the prison system
The Cultural Competence and Diversity Awareness module provides learners with a comprehensive understanding of diversity and inclusion within the prison environment and the youth correctional services. It explores key topics such as diversity management, gender and sexual orientation, neurodiversity, and cultural and religious differences in correctional facilities in general and for emerging adults specifically. The module equips participants with the knowledge and strategies necessary to foster an inclusive and respectful environment if they’ll be working in this field in the future by addressing challenges and promoting effective policies and practices. Using interactive activities, case studies, and experiential learning methodologies, the course encourages reflection and active engagement in developing cultural competence.
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
- Identify common crisis scenarios in correctional environments.
- Explain security protocols for maintaining safety during emergencies.
- Apply basic de-escalation techniques in high-pressure situations.
- Analyse crisis situations and determine appropriate responses.
- Develop a crisis response plan for a specific correctional setting.
Welcome to the Crisis Management and Security Protocols module!
This module provides a comprehensive understanding of crisis management principles, security protocols, and de-escalation techniques in correctional settings. Through interactive activities, case studies, and simulations, learners will develop the skills to identify potential crises, respond effectively, and uphold safety and ethical standards.
By the end of this module, learners will be able to:
- Identify key legal principles regarding the notion of the emerging adulthood, the international and constitutional protection of inmates’ rights, the legal position of the emerging adults in the correctional system, the legal (substantial and procedural) aspects of the work with the emerging adults in the correctional systems, as well as the relevant case studies.
- Apply legal knowledge to guarantee the fair and legal treatment of the inmates as well as to achieve their rehabilitation and resocialization.
- Implement legal regulation (international acts, constitutional provisions, laws, other legal acts as well as the case study) in the work with the emerging adults in the correctional system to achieve guarantee of their human rights as well as their meaningful and efficient treatment.
- Develop legal knowledge on the issues regarding legal position of the emerging adults in the correctional system, the legal acts which regulate their position, the institutions for the implementation of the legal acts, the procedures on the work with the emerging adults, as well as the consciousness on the importance, implementation and improvement of the legal framework which regulates the position of the emerging adults in the correctional system.
- Analyse the strengths and weaknesses of the legal provisions on the position and work with the emerging adults in the correctional system from the comparative law, positive law, and sociological aspects.
- Evaluate the case studies and practices based on the legal acts and understand the influences of the latter on the former.
The Module is dedicated to the students of law, social work, security sciences, pedagogy, and psychology. They have to learn the key principle on the notion of the emerging adulthood, international and national legal protection of the rights of the emerging adults inmates, work with the them in the correctional system institutions, the role of the judicial institutions.
The students will have theoretical classes in order to learn key legal principles and the most important international and national legal acts. They will also study case-study regarding the criminal cases against the emerging adult offenders as well as the case-study regarding the work with the emerging adults in the correctional facilities. The students will get the opportunity to discuss with the officials and the employees from the correctional system as well as judicial institutions. They will check their theoretical knowledge through the simulation of the criminal cases against the emerging adults. Class discussions, essays, and final exam will be the methods for assessment of the knowledge but also for the assessment of the students’ attitudes and the way they acquire knowledge.At the end of this module, learners will be able to:
- Identify the factors that determine them to participate in continuing professional training courses and to want to develop professionally.
- Apply in practice the skills and knowledge acquired after completing the continuing professional training module
- Implement methods and knowledge acquired after participating in continuing professional training courses
- Develop communication and relationship strategies with young people and minors in correctional environments
- Analyse the aspects that determined them to work in the correctional environment.
- Evaluate case studies and formulate opinions on how they would act in certain difficult situations imposed by working with minors and young people in the correctional environment
This module provides a comprehensive development of the important continuing professional development and benefits that these provide for those who wish to work in the correctional environment. Through interactive activities, case studies and simulations, courses will develop skills and knowledge on how to plan their continuing professional development and set clear and precise objectives in order to develop professionally and always be in tune with the changing level of society and the correctional environment.
By the end of this module, students will be able to:
- Identify the key principles and elements of effective interdepartmental cooperation in correctional institutions.
- Understand the importance of interdepartmental communication for advancing collaborative work in correctional and educational settings.
- Implement communication strategies that facilitate coordination and conflict resolution between different departments.
- Develop practical skills of non-verbal communication and empathy to improve interpersonal relationships in a professional context.
- Analyse case studies to identify challenges and solutions to conflicts within teams.
- Assess the effectiveness of existing communication strategies in solving problems within interdepartmental teams.
- Create collaborative work plans, taking into account the complex needs of prison and educational environments
Welcome to the Communication and Interpersonal Skills (Interdepartmental Cooperation) module!
This module is designed for students to prepare them to use communication and interpersonal skills in the context of interdepartmental cooperation. During this course, students will be able to identify the main principles, goals, and characteristics of effective communication and collaboration, as well as acquire and apply legal knowledge to understand the role and benefits of these skills. Through (real and hypothetical) cases and simulations of different types of communication strategies available in comparative law, students will train on how to ensure the participation of different subjects in interdepartmental cooperation. As you explore, you will see that communication and interpersonal skills are essential for successful collaboration between different departments and very important for team members, community members, and all participants in these processes.
- Participants will memorize and define the basic concepts of trauma-informed practices and their impact on individuals
- Participants will be able to understand explain key psychological principles relevant to working with adolescents and adults in correctional facilities.
- Participants will understand , recognize, safe practices and responses to signs of trauma in incarcerated youth.
- Participants will analyse case studies to identify crisis management strategies in correctional facilities.
- Participants will assess the effectiveness of the application of restorative practices in building trust and accountability among participants.
- Participants will develop their own personal action plan for implementing trauma-informed approaches into their daily work.
- Students will demonstrate active listening skills through simulated interactions with users.
- Participants will develop and apply techniques for teamwork and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams
Welcome to the Trauma -Informed Practices module!
This module is designed to help participants develop practical and theoretical skills in trauma-informed practices. The aim is to provide participants with an understanding of the key concepts, psychological principles, standards and strategies needed to work with traumatized individuals in a variety of professional contexts. The module puts a special focus on creating a safe environment, building trust, empowering individuals and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration. The module includes a combination of theoretical lectures, group discussions, case studies and practical simulations. Each activity is designed to increase understanding of trauma-informed approaches and empower participants in their practical application.
The modules objectives are to:
- Analyse the importance of technology in correctional education and its impact on the learning process.
- Identify and use safe and efficient educational platforms and applications.
- Participate in interactive activities based on technology to enhance the learning process.
- Evaluate how the use of digital tools influences educational outcomes.
- Create and adapt digital educational resources, applying instructional design principles.
"Integrating Technology in Correctional Education," is designed to highlight the essential role of technology in correctional educational environments. Participants will learn to identify and utilize safe and efficient educational platforms and applications, tailored to the specific needs of learners in these settings. The module also emphasizes conducting interactive activities based on technology, aimed at enhancing the educational process. Additionally, trainees will be instructed in creating and adapting digital resources, applying instructional design principles to meet the specific needs of inmates
At the end of this module, participants will be able to:
- Identify key developmental stages in adolescent psychology (LOTS: LO1 - Remember)
- Explain cognitive, emotional, and social changes during adolescence (LOTS: LO2 - Understand)
- Apply developmental theories to analyze adolescent behavior (LOTS: LO3 - Apply)
- Analyze the impact of developmental challenges on behavior (HOTS: HO4 - Analyze)
- Evaluate intervention strategies to support positive adolescent development (HOTS: HO5 - Evaluate)
- Create supportive environments for adolescents in correctional settings (HOTS: HO6 - Create)
This module offers comprehensive insights into adolescent psychology, criminology, trauma impact, intervention techniques, and legal-ethical standards in correctional environments. Adolescence is a transformative stage with cognitive, emotional, and social changes, often shaped by environmental factors like the correctional system. Criminological theories help identify the root causes of juvenile delinquency, providing tools for effective intervention. Trauma, frequently underlying delinquent behaviour, requires trauma-informed care to aid rehabilitation. Intervention strategies such as Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, along with teamwork, are key to supporting youth. Legal and ethical awareness ensures a balanced approach to justice, emphasizing human rights and rehabilitation. Through practical exercises and interactive learning, the program equips professionals with the knowledge and skills to facilitate positive change and reduce recidivism.
Category: LOTS
- Define empathy and active listening and their significance in communication. (Remember)
- Explain basic techniques for resolving conflicts in everyday interactions. (Understand)
- Identify key components of effective verbal and non-verbal communication. (Understand)
Category: HOTS
- Compare communication strategies in different conflict scenarios to determine effectiveness. (Analyze)
- Evaluate how active listening contributes to resolving disputes among peers. (Evaluate)
- Design a group activity that incorporates empathy and teamwork to resolve a simulated conflict. (Create)
Welcome to the Soft Skills Development module!
This module is designed to equip students with essential soft skills needed for effective work in correctional settings, including empathy, communication, active listening, and conflict resolution. Through interactive activities, case studies, practical exercises, and self-reflective activities, learners will develop the skills necessary to build strong relationships with individuals with justice system involvement and colleagues, resolve conflicts, and create a positive impact in their professional environments.