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CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR (CC1) EXAM CDCR
ONLINE PRACTICE EXAM AND STUDY GUIDE | ALL
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General duties of a CC1? - (answers)- Interview I/M's
- Evaluate their progress in programs
- Summarize reports from I/M files to assist in the classification of parole
suitability, etc.
problems. This is especially important in subjects like proof-based mathematics.Calculation and Accuracy: Mathematical exams test a student’s ability to perform accurate calculations and
apply mathematical principles in the correct sequence to reach a solution.Understanding of Concepts: Beyond solving problems, mathematics exams test students’ conceptual understanding
of core topics, such as algebra, geometry, calc
When can an I/M be on placed on C status? (a.k.a. C/C, a.k.a. C over C) -
(answers)- When deemed a program failure per CCR Title 15, Section 3000
+ Refusing to work without a justifiable reason
- 2 serious RVR's
- 1 serious RVR and 2 admin RVR's
- Within 180 days
What penalties are applied for I/M's on C/C? - (answers)- No canteen
- No yard
- No credits given
What actions do CC1's take to place an I/M on C/C? - (answers)- Review case due
to I/M's program failure
- Take to committee
, 2
- Place WG/PG and C/C
- I/M remains C/C until classified for placement in a qualifying WG
- I/M must submit a written request for reclass of assignment and removal of C/C
no earlier than 30 days from the date of placement
- I/M shall be scheduled for hearing within 30 days of receipt of the written
request
problems. This is especially important in subjects like proof-based mathematics.Calculation and Accuracy: Mathematical exams test a student’s ability to perform accurate calculations and
apply mathematical principles in the correct sequence to reach a solution.Understanding of Concepts: Beyond solving problems, mathematics exams test students’ conceptual understanding
of core topics, such as algebra, geometry, calc
What are the 2 most important characteristics for CC1's? - (answers)- Good
judgment
- Effective communication
An I/M who was found guilty based solely on a positive test result is ineligible to: -
(answers)- Receive favorable points for no serious
disciplinary(s) in the last 12 months
- Receive favorable points for no serious disciplinary(s) during the 6 month review
period
20 elements of 128G (initial) - (answers)- Purpose of the hearing
- I/M given 72 hours and introduced to committee
- Committee actions and reasons
- I/M requests and reasons for actions
- I/M's agreement/disagreement with com actions
- Effective communication achieved
, 3
- Release date and type
- Work group/privilege group and date
- Points, level, and custody
- County of commitment
- Escape, sex, or arson history
- Enemy concerns or gang status
- Grade point level
- Ethnicity
- Re-class date
- Next BPT and date
- Date and status of last mental health chrono
- Committee date and type
- Name and signatures of recorder, chairperson, and committee members
- Compas score if available
problems. This is especially important in subjects like proof-based mathematics.Calculation and Accuracy: Mathematical exams test a student’s ability to perform accurate calculations and
apply mathematical principles in the correct sequence to reach a solution.Understanding of Concepts: Beyond solving problems, mathematics exams test students’ conceptual understanding
of core topics, such as algebra, geometry, calc
3 reasons for ASU placement - (answers)- Safety concerns
- Investigations not related to misconduct
- Relative of or an associate of prison staff
What do you do if an I/M reports to you that he has safety concerns? - (answers)-
Do not allow the I/M to leave your office
- Notify custody ASAP
- Establish who, what, when, where, why and
how?
- Document info on a confidential memo
- Schedule the I/M for committee for housing and placement consideration
5 180/270 exclusionary criteria / factors - (answers)- A1 - SHU in the last 3 years
for div A1/A2/B offense for assaultive behavior or weapons
- A2 - Found guilty of riot or inciting riot twice or more within 12 months. 180 for
1 year from RVR
- A3 - Found guilty of battery of assault twice or more within 12 months. 180 for a
1 year from RVR
- A4 - Indeterminant SHU term within 2 years due to being a validated gang
member/associate
, 4
- A5 - Indeterminant SHU term within the last 2 years due to in-custody
misbehavior. 180 for 2 years from GP placement
problems. This is especially important in subjects like proof-based mathematics.Calculation and Accuracy: Mathematical exams test a student’s ability to perform accurate calculations and
apply mathematical principles in the correct sequence to reach a solution.Understanding of Concepts: Beyond solving problems, mathematics exams test students’ conceptual understanding
of core topics, such as algebra, geometry, calc
7 methods of effective communication - (answers)- TABE score under 4.0
- CCCMS
- Vision, hearing, or speech impaired
- Learning disability
- DDP
- Foreign language issues
- During any due process the following is where you find if an I/M requires
effective communication
+ DECS
+1845 or 7410 DDP
+ TABE chrono
+ 128c DDP
+ Por: Probation officers report
+ ISRS: Institutional staff recommendations summary
problems. This is especially important in subjects like proof-based mathematics.Calculation and Accuracy: Mathematical exams test a student’s ability to perform accurate calculations and
apply mathematical principles in the correct sequence to reach a solution.Understanding of Concepts: Beyond solving problems, mathematics exams test students’ conceptual understanding
of core topics, such as algebra, geometry, calc
2 types of classification committees - (answers)- Unit (UCC)
- Institutional (ICC)
Unit committees (UCC) consist of: - (answers)- Captain/chair
- CCIII
- CCII
CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR (CC1) EXAM CDCR
ONLINE PRACTICE EXAM AND STUDY GUIDE | ALL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS | ALREADY
GRADED A+
General duties of a CC1? - (answers)- Interview I/M's
- Evaluate their progress in programs
- Summarize reports from I/M files to assist in the classification of parole
suitability, etc.
problems. This is especially important in subjects like proof-based mathematics.Calculation and Accuracy: Mathematical exams test a student’s ability to perform accurate calculations and
apply mathematical principles in the correct sequence to reach a solution.Understanding of Concepts: Beyond solving problems, mathematics exams test students’ conceptual understanding
of core topics, such as algebra, geometry, calc
When can an I/M be on placed on C status? (a.k.a. C/C, a.k.a. C over C) -
(answers)- When deemed a program failure per CCR Title 15, Section 3000
+ Refusing to work without a justifiable reason
- 2 serious RVR's
- 1 serious RVR and 2 admin RVR's
- Within 180 days
What penalties are applied for I/M's on C/C? - (answers)- No canteen
- No yard
- No credits given
What actions do CC1's take to place an I/M on C/C? - (answers)- Review case due
to I/M's program failure
- Take to committee
, 2
- Place WG/PG and C/C
- I/M remains C/C until classified for placement in a qualifying WG
- I/M must submit a written request for reclass of assignment and removal of C/C
no earlier than 30 days from the date of placement
- I/M shall be scheduled for hearing within 30 days of receipt of the written
request
problems. This is especially important in subjects like proof-based mathematics.Calculation and Accuracy: Mathematical exams test a student’s ability to perform accurate calculations and
apply mathematical principles in the correct sequence to reach a solution.Understanding of Concepts: Beyond solving problems, mathematics exams test students’ conceptual understanding
of core topics, such as algebra, geometry, calc
What are the 2 most important characteristics for CC1's? - (answers)- Good
judgment
- Effective communication
An I/M who was found guilty based solely on a positive test result is ineligible to: -
(answers)- Receive favorable points for no serious
disciplinary(s) in the last 12 months
- Receive favorable points for no serious disciplinary(s) during the 6 month review
period
20 elements of 128G (initial) - (answers)- Purpose of the hearing
- I/M given 72 hours and introduced to committee
- Committee actions and reasons
- I/M requests and reasons for actions
- I/M's agreement/disagreement with com actions
- Effective communication achieved
, 3
- Release date and type
- Work group/privilege group and date
- Points, level, and custody
- County of commitment
- Escape, sex, or arson history
- Enemy concerns or gang status
- Grade point level
- Ethnicity
- Re-class date
- Next BPT and date
- Date and status of last mental health chrono
- Committee date and type
- Name and signatures of recorder, chairperson, and committee members
- Compas score if available
problems. This is especially important in subjects like proof-based mathematics.Calculation and Accuracy: Mathematical exams test a student’s ability to perform accurate calculations and
apply mathematical principles in the correct sequence to reach a solution.Understanding of Concepts: Beyond solving problems, mathematics exams test students’ conceptual understanding
of core topics, such as algebra, geometry, calc
3 reasons for ASU placement - (answers)- Safety concerns
- Investigations not related to misconduct
- Relative of or an associate of prison staff
What do you do if an I/M reports to you that he has safety concerns? - (answers)-
Do not allow the I/M to leave your office
- Notify custody ASAP
- Establish who, what, when, where, why and
how?
- Document info on a confidential memo
- Schedule the I/M for committee for housing and placement consideration
5 180/270 exclusionary criteria / factors - (answers)- A1 - SHU in the last 3 years
for div A1/A2/B offense for assaultive behavior or weapons
- A2 - Found guilty of riot or inciting riot twice or more within 12 months. 180 for
1 year from RVR
- A3 - Found guilty of battery of assault twice or more within 12 months. 180 for a
1 year from RVR
- A4 - Indeterminant SHU term within 2 years due to being a validated gang
member/associate
, 4
- A5 - Indeterminant SHU term within the last 2 years due to in-custody
misbehavior. 180 for 2 years from GP placement
problems. This is especially important in subjects like proof-based mathematics.Calculation and Accuracy: Mathematical exams test a student’s ability to perform accurate calculations and
apply mathematical principles in the correct sequence to reach a solution.Understanding of Concepts: Beyond solving problems, mathematics exams test students’ conceptual understanding
of core topics, such as algebra, geometry, calc
7 methods of effective communication - (answers)- TABE score under 4.0
- CCCMS
- Vision, hearing, or speech impaired
- Learning disability
- DDP
- Foreign language issues
- During any due process the following is where you find if an I/M requires
effective communication
+ DECS
+1845 or 7410 DDP
+ TABE chrono
+ 128c DDP
+ Por: Probation officers report
+ ISRS: Institutional staff recommendations summary
problems. This is especially important in subjects like proof-based mathematics.Calculation and Accuracy: Mathematical exams test a student’s ability to perform accurate calculations and
apply mathematical principles in the correct sequence to reach a solution.Understanding of Concepts: Beyond solving problems, mathematics exams test students’ conceptual understanding
of core topics, such as algebra, geometry, calc
2 types of classification committees - (answers)- Unit (UCC)
- Institutional (ICC)
Unit committees (UCC) consist of: - (answers)- Captain/chair
- CCIII
- CCII
