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Staff Training Programs

To develop, educate, and sustain correctional professionals by providing relevant services through workforce engagement.

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Onboarding

Preservice Academy

Prepare for correctional work with foundational training in safety, communication, and core job responsibilities.

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Leadership Programs 6 programs

Build leadership skills, strengthen communication, and support positive outcomes.

Correctional Allyship

Promote inclusion and understanding in the workplace.

Leading from Within

Build the skills to lead yourself and others effectively.

Leadership Academy

Develop leadership, communication, and team-building skills.

Peer Leadership

Strengthen front-line leadership and support positive outcomes.

Experienced and Emerging Leaders

Support continued growth for emerging and experienced leaders.

Executive Leadership

Develope the skills needed to lead at an organizational level.

Supervisory Programs 4 programs

Develop and strengthen the skills needed for effective supervision.

Leading from Within Supervisor Workshops

Lead effectively and support team performance.

Principles of Custody Supervision

Learn core supervision skills through practice.

DOC Supervisory

Required training for new supervisors.

Influential Leadership

Give feedback and lead difficult conversations.

Presentation & Instruction 3 programs

Improve instruction skills and deliver effective training.

Training for Trainers

Build the skills needed to lead effective, engaging training sessions.

Presentation Skills

Strengthen your ability to communicate clearly and confidently.

Field Training Officer (FTO)

Develop coaching and training skills to support new staff.

Specialty Unit Programs 3 programs

Training for specialized assignments and unit operations.

Restrictive Status Housing Unit (RSHU)

Learn de-escalation techniques, mental health awareness, and restrictive housing procedures.

Certified Treatment Specialist (CTS)

Build the skills needed to support mental health units and crisis response.

Use of Separation — DYS Facilities

Understand safe and appropriate use of separation in youth facilities.

Individual Specialty Programs 4 programs

Programs focused on specific professional knowledge and responsibilities.

Sexual Assault Response Team (S.A.R.T.)

Gain foundational knowledge of victim-centered response and evidence awareness.

Order in the Court

Learn the disciplinary process, hearings, and due process requirements.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator

Understand ADA requirements, terminology, and accessibility responsibilities.

Inter-Agency Program

Work across agencies with shared policies and supervision practices.

SuccessFactor Training Modules

Key Leader eLearning Modules

  • Deputy Warden
  • Unit Team Manager
  • Chaplain
  • Recreation Coordinator
  • Correctional Major
  • Correctional Lieutenant
  • Training Officer 3
  • Physical Plant Director
  • Classification Supervisor
  • Casework Manager
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Accountant
  • Correctional Captain
  • Correctional Sergeant
  • Investigator
  • Maintenance Supervisor

eLearning Modules

  • Duty Officer
  • Training Overview
  • Presentation Skills
  • Beyond the Wall Mentor
  • Beyond the Wall Mentee
  • Special Needs Acclimation Program (SNAP)
  • Trauma Informed Care
  • Initial Classification Designation
  • Sentence Computation—Parole
  • Sentence Computation — DHB
  • Sentence Computation – Caseworkers, Casework Managers, Unit Team Managers
  • Sentence Computation - YIA
  • Sentence Computation - Classification Supervisors and Release Coordinators
  • Report Writing and Common Errors

Getting Involved

Adjunct Instructors: An Adjunct Instructor is an instructor certified or designated to teach specialized trainings on an as needed basis (e.g., Security Skills, CPR/ First Aid, Personal Protection, Motivational Interviewing, etc.).

Instructors for Leadership Programs: We encourage all of our Leadership Program Graduates in the field, at the facilities, and Central Office, to give back by becoming an instructor for our Leadership Programs.

Advisors for Leadership Programs: Leadership Academy, Experienced and Emerging Leaders, and the Executive Leadership Program all require Capstone Projects for the participants to complete.

Not finding what you are looking for?

The Division of Workforce Engagement offers various Instructor Development Courses. These courses include New Trainers Orientation, Training for Trainers, Curriculum Development, and Presentation Skills.

Additional Training Resources for Correctional Professionals

  • American Correction Association

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  • Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention

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