VISIT TO THE CORRECTIONAL CENTRE FOR YOUTHFUL OFFENDERS

Learning outcomes

At the end of the visit, the student will be expected to:

• Describe the organisational structure of the centre
• Describe the types of inmates and their health problems
• Describe the service needs of the inmates
• Describe the services provided to the inmates
• Conduct a health promotion programme for the inmates
• Critically evaluate the services and suggest methods to improve them
• Demonstrate an understanding of the need for providing special services to target populations

Content areas

• Organisational structure of the centre
• Objectives of programmes conducted by the centre
• Legal provisions
• Past experiences on the effectiveness of the services provided
• Services provided
• Constraints and limitations of the programme

Learning activity: Provide health promotion and counseling to inmates of the centre