New Employee Training (Preservice Academy) is designed to introduce new correctional employees to the field of corrections and employment as a correctional professional with the Indiana Department of Correction. The 4-week new employee training includes a mixture of classroom and practicum exercises, along with 4 weeks of On-the-Job training with a certified Field Training Officer.
What New Employee Training May Include:
- New employee orientation and required paperwork
- Personal protection and safety training
- Security skills and procedures
- First Aid, CPR, AED
- Report writing
- Bias and diversity in corrections
- Career development expectations
Training Varies by Roles
Onboarding requirements differ depending on position and work location.
Facility-Based Positions may complete structured onboarding and training that includes the Preservice Academy, on-the-job training (OJT) with Field Training Officers (FTOs), and post-assignment mentoring.
Central Office and Administrative Positions follow a role-specific onboarding process focused on job duties, systems access, and department orientation.
Additional details, schedules, and location information will be provided during the hiring and onboarding process.
Career Advancement
IDOC supports professional growth and development across a wide range of roles. Career paths and advancement opportunities vary based on position, experience, and training requirements.
Employees interested in learning more about example career paths and development opportunities can visit the Career Advancement page.
State of Indiana Onboarding
New Central Office employees must also complete required State of Indiana Onboarding. Please visit Indiana State Personnel Department's Onboarding website where you will useful information as you start your new role with State Government, including important new hire documents.