Corrections Training
Corrections training is essential for equipping staff with the skills and knowledge to manage inmates effectively and maintain facility security. This directory offers articles on various training programs, techniques, and best practices within the correctional system. Proper corrections training ensures that officers are prepared to handle the challenges of their roles, promoting safety and professionalism. Explore our section on additional career development resources.
A violent attack, a punctured lung and a life-changing ordeal — this officer’s story is a wake-up call for safety reforms in corrections
Motivated instructors are the backbone of effective training in criminal justice, but internal criticism — or “professional hate” — can undermine their efforts and the profession’s growth
Correctional personnel face a unique challenge — supporting inmates without crossing professional boundaries. Here’s how to do it right
The grant-funded collaboration between Calvin University and MDOC aims to improve prison culture, reduce recidivism
Why mixing observation skills with a mindful response leads to more accurate reports
If civilians do not have good training, the security network of the institution suffers
The Ohio Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association has filed a grievance with the county and plans to take further action with the state
How to make sure your corrections incident reports won’t get you in trouble
Conduct every pat search as though your life depended on it – as it just might
A powerful way to increase learning based on real incidents is to not only study what you do see but to envision what you might have seen
Follow these steps to prioritize officer safety and facility security
Senate Bill 258 would require officials to create regulations in the handling of transgender inmates, including providing “cultural competency” training for staff
Five key factors make up the mission of security threat group intelligence gathering operations in a correctional setting
Preserving evidence is critical for a successful prosecution
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Leadership involves techniques that direct the energies and abilities of a group toward the common accomplishments and planned objectives of the organization
Intelligence gathering provides a more informed perspective when monitoring an inmates’ contacts and activities in their daily incarcerated lives
One of the biggest fights you’ll have is with yourself
Regardless of the advancements in jail technology, working in corrections means you have to deal with people — which is the most fulfilling part of the job
Burnout is not a cliché. There is a lot behind the word — and correctional officers, from the newbies to the veterans, should know more about it
Three Mississippi two-year colleges are part of a $375,000 grant supporting humanities courses being taught in prisons
Lessons in communication, coordination and safety from an unusual response involving several inmates
The most effective way to win a battle is to avoid it by knowing what to look for ahead of time
There are some key steps correctional officers must take before medical personnel arrive
Court security officers must be ready at any given moment to respond to a critical incident in the courtroom
Ethical behavior isn’t just about what is right vs. what is wrong, it is also about making decisions that keep both officers and inmates safe
Steps correctional facilities can take to ensure staff are prepared for when the next emergency hits
With the number of people with mental health issues booked into jails increasing each year, crisis intervention training is becoming increasingly important
If a rookie corrections officer has the right attitude, everything else they need to know they can learn, which is the responsibility of both the FTO and the new hire
After your initial training, it can seem like you are not seeing or learning nearly as much
Since the start of the pilot program, TASERs have been used “sparingly and judiciously” to stop serious assaults
When you see another CO using force you know is unreasonable, you are required to intercede
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