For courses in Correctional Administration. A practical introduction to the theory, practice, and challenges of correctional administration. Correctional Administration: Integrating Theory and Practice provides students a practical understanding of correctional operations. Touching briefly on the history and background of corrections, its focus lies in teaching students the purpose and practice of working in a corrections facility, along with the challenges that face its staff and administrators. Case studies, career information, and real situational examples give students a practical understanding they can take with them to a future career. The Third Edition provides students with updated information on the various elements and challenges of the job. Recent data regarding correctional populations and costs and research findings that impact correctional policy give students valid insight into how the correctional system functions.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Pearson Education
ISBN-10
0133770761
ISBN-13
9780133770766
eBay Product ID (ePID)
219467475
Product Key Features
Author
Richard Seiter
Publication Name
Correctional Administration : Integrating Theory and Practice
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Subject
Law Enforcement, Penology
Publication Year
2016
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Social Science, Political Science
Number of Pages
464 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
10.7 in
Item Height
1.2 in
Item Width
8.5 in
Item Weight
77.6 Oz
Additional Product Features
Edition Number
3
LCCN
2015-038991
Intended Audience
College Audience
Lc Classification Number
Hv8665.S29 2016
Table of Content
PART 1: CORRECTIONAL MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION 1. Correctional Administration: Past to Present 2. Theories of Leadership and Management 3. Leadership and Management of Corrections 4. Setting the Tone: Vision, Mission, and Strategic Planning PART 2: MANAGING CORRECTIONAL STAFF 5. The Role of Staff in Corrections 6. Human Resource Management for Corrections 7. Staff Organization and Functions 8. Supervising and Empowering Employees PART 3: MANAGING THE ENVIRONMENT 9. Fiscal Management and the Challenge of Cost Containment 10. Managing Risk through Offender Classification 11. Managing the External Environment PART 4: MANAGING PRISONS 12. Managing Security in Prisons 13. Managing Programs in Prisons 14. Managing Basic Services in Prisons PART 5: ISSUES FOR NOW AND THE FUTURE 15. Critical Issues for Correctional Administration 16. The Future of Correctional Administration