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.
With documentation, communication and teamwork, any correctional team can overcome a game like this inmate is playing
Using force inside a prison or jail is different than applying it in the field; here’s what you need to know to keep yourself and your job safe
One inmate has figured out how he can somewhat control where he is housed; how would you handle this scenario before his behavior spreads and affects all inmates in the facility?
Do you know your own personal triggers well enough to control them during an incident?
Use scenario based training to keep your officers’ skills sharp and ready for action
Use this insight to consider what you might have done in the scenario posted last week
The officer left his post unsecured in order to assist another officer being attacked by an inmate
Policies set the guidelines and expectations of how to function as a correctional officer in any facility
One thing officers aren’t trained enough in is how to manage the inmate population they’ll be overseeing; here are four quick tips that you can apply to your interactions with imprisoned offenders under your watch
The pair teaches a class that educates inmates about current events regarding the economy, investment strategies
The actress is pushing for the public to write to the Okla. governor asking her to intervene and grant a stay of execution
His 1990 conviction was one of dozens to be called into question around the U.S. amid revolutionary changes in investigators’ understanding of arson
Terrorists are high risk prisoners and may seek to turn others to their cause; here are five ways to monitor and prevent the spread of conversion in your facility
Security breaches are rising at an alarming rate; here’s how to recognize a breach, avenues they can come from and best practices for prevention
Program focused on officers using de-escalation techniques with mentally ill inmates
Failure to understand the first five of these use-of-force facts could cost you your job — failure to understand the sixth could cost you your life
Some good, patient people may be able to move training for the system into the 21st century — by the time the 21st century is over
We must apply NUM and the Three S Test to everything we do, instilling functional skills early and quickly by focusing on the simple basics
Looking to improve yourself, or maybe earn a promotion? Check out these options for continuing education for correctional staff and law enforcement
Would you know what to do if you found an inmate or a coworker choking?
Reality-based training helps officers prepare for potential scenarios on the job; as such, injuries might be expected, to an extent
A nationally known law enforcement trainer offers his thoughts on what it takes
The event runs until May 6 and is held at the decommissioned WV State Penitentiary in Moundsville
Why do you think this inmate leapt -- to injure himself for a lawsuit? How could this have been prevented?
The best way to motivate staff is to make them want to work hard, which is achieved through strong leadership
Prison technology is advancing at a breakneck pace, but basic techniques for contraband search are as valuable as ever
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