Salt Lake City,
UT,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Most individuals rank crime and delinquency as their second biggest worry, right after economic issues, when considering their lives and future prospects. Addressing both offenders and crime victims presents a significant challenge for social services and the judicial system. Effective societal responses to crime require skilled, knowledgeable professionals who grasp the intricate connections between poverty, discrimination, addiction, trauma, and human behavior. This concentration centers on social work practice, policy, administration, and research related to clients affected by criminal activity and legal proceedings.