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CSS774Social Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Prisons And Correctional Institutions In Nigeria

This course introduces students to the concept and practice of correctional treatment within Nigerian prisons. It explores the historical evolution of prisons in Nigeria, admission processes, and the roles of various criminal justice agencies. Key topics include offender treatment, inmate classification, adjudication, and correctional programs. The course also examines challenges such as trafficking, poor funding, and congestion, while emphasizing rehabilitation and reintegration strategies.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
PrisonsCorrectional InstitutionsRehabilitationCriminal JusticeNigeria

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Prison History in Nigeria

2

Admission Processes

3

Criminal Justice System

4

Offender Treatment

5

Inmate Classification

6

Correctional Programs

7

Rehabilitation

8

Problems of Correction

9

Deterrent Theory

10

Imitation Theory

Total Topics10 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Correctional Officer

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Probation Officer

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Social Worker

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Criminologist

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Law Enforcement

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Law EnforcementCorrectionsSocial ServicesGovernment AgenciesRehabilitation Centers

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction to Prisons in Nigeria

9h

Unit 1: Historical Evolution of Prisons in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Understand the pre-colonial and early colonial eras of prison evolution.
  • •Define 'prison' and explain its function in society.
  • •Discuss the aims of imprisonment and its association with punishment.

Unit 2: Process of Admission into the Prison

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Learn the admission process at the gate lodge and records office.
  • •Identify the requirements for admission into the prison.
  • •Understand the role of the admission board.

Unit 3: Warrant - Important Document in the Prison

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Define 'warrant' and its importance in prison administration.
  • •Identify different types of warrants (remand, detention, reproduction, release, transfer, commitment).
  • •Discuss the sources of warrants.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction to Prisons in Nigeria

3h

Unit 4: Gate Lodge - First Port of call in the Prison

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 4: Understand the role of the gate lodge as the first point of contact.
  • •Enumerate the qualities of a good gateman.
  • •Discuss the duties performed at the gate lodge.
Week
3

Module 2: Criminal Justice Administration

6h

Unit 1: Criminal Justice Administration - Parliament

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: Understand the relevance of parliament to criminal justice administration.
  • •Identify the importance of the legislature to the Criminal Justice System.
  • •Differentiate between bicameral and unicameral legislatures.

Unit 2: Criminal Justice Administration: Police

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Understand the functions of the police and their role in the criminal justice system.
  • •Examine the historical background of the police force in Nigeria.
  • •Discuss the relationship between the police and the public.
Week
4

Module 2: Criminal Justice Administration

6h

Unit 3: Criminal Justice Administration: Judiciary

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Identify the functions of the court.
  • •Explain the relevance of the court to the criminal justice administration.
  • •Understand the historical background of the court system in Nigeria.

Unit 4: Criminal Justice Administration: Prison

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 4: Understand the role prisons play in the criminal justice system.
  • •Understand the meaning of capital punishment.
  • •Identify the types of prisons in Nigeria.
Week
5

Module 3: Correctional Programmes

4h

Unit 1: Treatment of Offenders – Correctional and Post Correctional Programmes

4 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: Enumerate the best ways to treat prisoners.
  • •Understand and discuss the importance of reformation and rehabilitation as key goals of the prison system.
  • •Examine the treatment orientation in prisons.
Week
6

Module 3: Correctional Programmes

4h

Unit 2: Inmates/Prisoners Types, Classification

4 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Understand why prisoners are classified.
  • •Examine the problems encountered during classification.
  • •Understand what goal delivery is.
Week
7

Module 3: Correctional Programmes

4h

Unit 3: Adjudication in the Prison

4 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Understand what is meant by adjudication.
  • •Learn the process of adjudication.
  • •Identify those who are involved in the adjudication process.
Week
8

Module 3: Correctional Programmes

4h

Unit 4: Execution of Condemned Prisoners

4 study hours
  • •Study Unit 4: Understand the meaning of capital punishment.
  • •Learn how condemned convicts are executed.
  • •Know what is involved in execution and the prison escort duties.
Week
9

Module 4: Rehabilitation and Reintegration

4h

Unit 1: Correctional Programmes

4 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: Learn about boot camps, private industry in prison, free venture programmes.
  • •Understand therapy and counseling, educational programmes.
  • •Identify staff positions and duties performed, and skill acquisition in the prison.
Week
10

Module 4: Rehabilitation and Reintegration

4h

Unit 2: Correctional Enhancement Programmes

4 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Understand the earning scheme, one-third remission, amnesty.
  • •Learn about chaplaincy fund and reformers' reformation.
  • •Discuss the significance of reformative practices.
Week
11

Module 4: Rehabilitation and Reintegration

4h

Unit 3: Discharged Inmates Rehabilitation

4 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Explain what happens to an inmate on discharge and what skills he takes home for his rehabilitation.
  • •Assess the involvement of officers during discharge or release.
  • •Discuss the role of Jail Delivery.
Week
12

Module 4: Rehabilitation and Reintegration

4h

Unit 4: Tension Reduction Measures

4 study hours
  • •Study Unit 4: Understand why these programmes are called tension reduction measures.
  • •Learn how they contribute to or aid the maintenance of peace and reformation in the prison system.
  • •Examine conjugal visits, religious programs, recreational facilities, good ration, good medicare, and conventional visits.
Week
13

Module 5: Theories of Punishment and Correction

8h

Unit 1: Theory 1 (Punishment) – Deterrent theory

4 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: Understand the rationale behind the theory of punishment in penology.
  • •Discuss the deterrent goal of the theory of punishment in crime prevention.
  • •Examine J. Bentham's deterrent theory.

Unit 2: Theory 2 (Correctional) – Imitation Theory

4 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Learn how imitation theory helps in the reform process of the inmates.
  • •Understand the relationship between prison inmates and prison officers in respect of correction.
  • •Examine Gabriel Tarde's laws of imitation.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all unit objectives to ensure comprehension of key concepts.

2

Create detailed summaries of each module, focusing on key terms and definitions.

3

Practice applying theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios and case studies.

4

Focus on understanding the roles and responsibilities of different actors within the criminal justice system (police, courts, prisons).

5

Pay close attention to the challenges facing Nigerian prisons and potential solutions.

6

Create flashcards for key terms and concepts.

7

Practice answering past exam questions under timed conditions.

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