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Topics and Competencies Wgt (%)
Items
The examinees can perform the following competencies under each topic.
CRIMINOLOGY 20% 100
1. Introduction to Criminology 2% 10
1.1 Discuss the following basic theories: 1.1.1 Classical School of
Criminology 1.1.2 Neo-Classical School 1.1.3 Positivist School of 0.02% 2
Criminology
1.2 Understand the fundamental concepts of criminology such as crime,
deviance, norms, laws, mala in se, mala prohibita consensus, conflict and 0.02% 2
interactionist model.
1.3 Identify the typologies of crimes and criminal offenders such as types of
0.03% 3
murder, sexual assaults, and Conklin's typology of robbers
1.4 Articulate the scope of practice and privileges of the Philippine
0.03% 3
Criminology (RA 11131) Profession and career paths

2. Theories of Crime Causation 2% 10

2.1 Explain the trait theories of crime such as: 2.1.1 criminal anthropology
2.1.2 somatotyping 2.1.3 IQ and crime 2.1.4 family studies 2.1.5 0.03% 3
neurotransmitters and hormones
2.2 Relate the following theories of crime causations to law enforcement
activities, 2.2.1 Rational Choice 2.2.2 Broken Windows 2.2.3 Crime
0.03% 3
Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) 2.2.4 Routine Activities
Theory 2.2.5 Crime Pattern Theory
2.3 Determine the various risk factors associated with crime, including but
not limited to poverty, unemployment, peer pressure, religious influences, 0.02% 2
social responsibility, drug involvement, and family dynamics
2.4 Illustrate the importance of discerning crime patterns within the
frameworks of Social learning theories, social disorganization, strain
0.02% 2
theories, and labeling theory in the context of law enforcement and crime
prevention.

3. Human Behavior and Victimology 3% 15

3.1 Explain the dynamics of human behavior and stages of the human
development based on: 3.1.1 Erikson's Psychosocial Development Theory
(Erik Erikson) 3.1.2 Cognitive Developmental Theory (Jean Piaget) 3.1.3
0.40% 2
Behaviorism (B.F. Skinner) 3.1.4 Social Learning Theory (Albert Bandura)
3.1.5 Cognitive-Behavioral Theory (Aaron Beck) 3.1.6 Humanistic Theory
(Abraham Maslow, Carl Rogers)
3.2 Illustrate proficiency in managing individuals with mental and personality
adisorders such as: 3.2.1 Substance Use Disorders 3.2.2 Schiziphrenia
0.60% 3
3.2.3 Depression 3.2.4 Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) 3.2.5
Personality Disorders
3.3 Analyze the concept and theories of victimization, delving into the
multifaceted aspects of victim roles, victim profiling, and cybercrime
victimization. 1.00% 5

3.4 Evaluate the strategies and provisions for victim's protection outlined in
RA 9262 and RA 6981 (Witness Protection Program)
1.00% 5

4. Professional Conduct and Ethical Standards 3% 15

4.1 Apply the principles of ethics, morality, values, social norms, and
standards in law enforcement activities. 0.80% 4

4.2 Exhibit adherence to the Law Enforcement Code of Professional

Conduct and Ethical Standards. 0.60% 3

4.3 Apply the Oath of Office for public officers and employees, embodying
the principles of the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for government
1.00% 5
officials and employees and Code of Conduct and Professional Ethical
Standards for Criminologists.
4.4 Comprehend the concept of ethics and its practical application
concerning the foundational principles of human rights. 0.60% 3

5. Juvenile Delinquency and Juvenile Justice 3% 15

5.1 Recognize the social, community and environmental influences
associated with juvenile delinquency such as:
5.1.1. Gender
5.1.2. Family
0.80% 4
5.1.3. Peers
5.1.4. Schools
5.1.5. Drug Use
5.1.6. Adolescence
5.2 Elucidate the pivotal provisions of Presidential Decree No.
603
(Child and Youth Welfare Code), Republic Act No. 7610 (Special
Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation, and 0.60% 3
Discrimination Act), and Republic Act No. 7658 (Prohibition of
Employment of Children Below 15 Years of Age), understanding
their
5.3. Determine the appropriate procedures in handling CICL by law
enforcers from initial contact to investigation based on Republic Act Number 0.40% 2
9344 as amended.
5.4 Implement the protocols for intervening with children at risk
and diverting Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL). 0.60% 3

5.5 Implement the process of rehabilitation of CICL. 0.60% 3

6. Dispute Resolution and Crisis/Incident Management 3% 15

6.1 Utilize the principles and procedures of mediation, negotiation,
conciliation, arbitration, early neutral evaluation, mini trial, court-annexed
1% 5
mediation, and judicial and indigenous mode of dispute resolution as
outlined in RA 9285 and RA 7160.
6.2 Illustrate the operational procedures during incident situations, such as
1% 5
hostage scenarios, bomb threats, and domestic disturbances.
6.3 Execute the various types, stages (proactive and reactive) and
distinctive characteristics of critical incident management within the context 1% 5
of the Philippine National Police (PNP).

7. Criminological Research 1 & 2 4% 20

7.1 Discuss the different types of research methodologies applicable in
criminological studies: 7.1.1. Descriptive Studies;
1.00% 5
7.1.2. Correlation studies
7.1.3. Phenomenological studies
7.2. Utilize the suitable research design, instruments, sampling techniques,
validity and reliability and relevant descriptive statistical tools in a 0.60% 3
criminology research paper.
7.3 Implement the process of research problem identification and definition,
hypothesis formulation, research framework, and literature review within the 1.00% 5
context of criminological studies.
7.4 Apply the guidelines in preparing an ethical consideration for a research
paper. 1.00% 5

7.5 Utilize the analysis and interpretation of data derived from the 0.40% 2

20% 100
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