Connecting with Kids JPA course curriculum D-2 INTRODUCTION TO CRIME PREVENTION Can anyone think of a crime prevention program? Most departments have a special unit that deals solely with crime prevention. A crime prevention officer spends a the majority of his time visiting with the members of a community, addressing groups and sponsoring events designed to educate the public about crime prevention. OBJECTIVE: CADET WILL IDENTIFY THE COMPONENTS OF CRIME AND WILL EXPLORE CRIME PREVENTION STRATEGIES. D-3