Professional Certificate in Detention in a Changing World
-- viewing nowThe Professional Certificate in Detention in a Changing World is a crucial course for professionals seeking to understand and navigate the complexities of the modern detention landscape. This program focuses on the impact of global changes on detention systems, including the rise of populism, technological advancements, and shifting political priorities.
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• International Detention Standards: An overview of the international standards and best practices for detention, including the Nelson Mandela Rules, the Istanbul Protocol, and the UN Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners (the Mandela Rules).
• Alternatives to Detention: Exploring alternatives to detention, including community-based alternatives, electronic monitoring, and bail programs, with a focus on the effectiveness and human rights implications of each approach.
• Detention Monitoring: An examination of the role of detention monitoring bodies, including the UN Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture, the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture, and national monitoring bodies, and their impact on detention conditions and practices.
• Immigration Detention: A focus on the unique challenges and issues surrounding immigration detention, including the legal framework for immigration detention, alternatives to immigration detention, and the impact of detention on mental health.
• Children in Detention: An in-depth look at the detention of children, including the legal and human rights framework for children in detention, best practices for the care and treatment of children in detention, and alternatives to detention for children.
• Women in Detention: A focus on the specific needs and challenges of women in detention, including the impact of detention on reproductive health, mother-child separation, and gender-based violence.
• Mental Health in Detention: An examination of the mental health challenges faced by detainees, including the prevalence of mental health issues in detention, the role of mental health professionals in detention settings, and best practices for addressing mental health needs in detention.
• LGBTI Detainees: A focus on the unique challenges faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex (LGBTI) detainees, including discrimination, violence, and the need for specialized care and support.
• Reintegration and Reentry: An exploration of the challenges and best practices for reintegration
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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