Correctional Counselor (CC1) Practice Exam

Which two administrative determinants are not permanent exclusionary factors?

1. AGE and POP

2. MED and PSY

3. SEC and VIO

4. DEP and GAN

The correct answer is: MED and PSY

The correct answer indicates that "MED" (medical) and "PSY" (psychological) are not permanent exclusionary factors when considering administrative determinants. In a correctional setting, the medical and psychological statuses of individuals can often change over time. For example, a person who may have faced exclusion due to a medical condition might receive treatment that significantly improves their health status, allowing for a reconsideration of their eligibility for certain programs or opportunities. Similarly, psychological evaluations can lead to different outcomes at various points, as an individual's mental health can improve with appropriate interventions and support. This stands in contrast to other options that reference factors typically regarded as more static or permanent. For instance, factors like SEC (security) and VIO (violent behavior) generally involve behaviors or classifications that, once assigned, may create lasting impacts on a person's status within the system. Therefore, recognizing "MED" and "PSY" as non-permanent exclusionary factors reflects an understanding of the dynamic nature of health and psychological states, which are subject to change with continued support and treatment.