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2013
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From Research to Application: The Case for Learning and Performance [Satellite/Internet Broadcast]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Are you interested in getting more bang for your training buck? Leveraging the impact of your training department? Being effective with the training you prepare for, design, deliver and transfer into the workplace? Following the science of learning into practice? And you know that "content covered is not content learned?" Then this blended, interactive training broadcast / experience can assist with a transformation of your training department / unit into a center of learning and performance tha... Read More
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2013
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From Research to Application: The Case for Learning and Performance [Satellite/Internet Broadcast]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Are you interested in getting more bang for your training buck? Leveraging the impact of your training department? Being effective with the training you prepare for, design, deliver and transfer into the workplace? Following the science of learning into practice? And you know that "content covered is not content learned?" Then this blended, interactive training broadcast / experience can assist with a transformation of your training department / unit into a center of learning and performance tha... Read More
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2012
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Webinar Archive: Women Engaged in the Criminal Justice System
By Ramirez, Rachelle; Gehring, Krista S..
Council of State Government. Justice Center (New York, NY); Council of State Government. Criminal Justice Mental Health Consensus Project (New York, NY).
This webinar “discussed the current research and best practices related to the successful management and treatment of women in the criminal justice system … with a particular focus on behavioral health. The webinar also included a discussion about gender-specific criminogenic risk and need assessment tools, as well as the importance of responsivity for females." This website provides access to a recording of the webinar and the accompanying slides.... Read More
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2012
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LGBTI Populations: Their Safety, Your Responsibility [Satellite/Internet Broadcast]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Correctional agencies face many challenges surrounding the safe management of the populations they house and supervise. Due in part to changes in federal and state laws and the outcome of successful offender litigation, care and management of the LGBTI population has been identified as an emerging correctional issue that deserves special attention. While gender non-conforming offenders have always been present in facilities and on caseloads, we now have the opportunity to share information about... Read More
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2012
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Criminal Justice Training Curriculum: Basic Recruit Training Programs
Florida Dept. of Law Enforcement (Tallahassee, FL).
Access to materials from the 2011.07 Basic Recruit Training Programs is provided at this website. Items, if available, for each program include: Program Guide, Instructor Guide, PowerPoint Presentations, related High Liability Program Text, High Liability PowerPoint Presentations, and High Liability Instructor Guide. High Liability training “is provided to familiarize students with issues that may involve high liability and/or high stress.” Points of entry include: Overview of CJSTC Curriculum; ... Read More
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2012
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Criminal Justice Training Curriculum: Curriculum Development
Florida Dept. of Law Enforcement (Tallahassee, FL).
You can find “job-related curricula for the commission-approved basic recruit, advanced, specialized, and specialized instructor training programs for law enforcement, correctional, and correctional probation officers” at this website. Resources that can be accessed here are: Curriculum Staff Contacts; 2011.07 Basic Recruit Curriculum; 2010.07 Basic Recruit Curriculum; list of courses (not content) for CJSTC Advanced Training, Specialized Training, and Specialized Instructor Training; and Mandat... Read More
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2012
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Academy Packets and Training Manuals
Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training (Meridian, ID).
What is of interest at this website is a great collection of field training manuals. These are: CCA Private Prisons; Correction; Detention; Juvenile Corrections; Juvenile Detention; Juvenile Probation; Misdemeanor Probation-Adult, Patrol, and Probation and Parole-Felony. In addition there are Academy Application Packets, Code of Ethics for various areas such as corrections and probation, employment, health, Instructor Assessments, various waivers, and K-9 Evaluation Forms.... Read More
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2011
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Correctional Industries: A Working Solution [Satellite/Internet Broadcast]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Correctional Industry programs contribute to the successful reentry of offenders by providing a structured environment for participants to learn the skills needed to obtain and retain post-release employment. Guided by evidence-based practices, Correctional Industries distinguishes itself by providing services that make an impact in reducing inmate recidivism. See how they make a significant difference in the lives of the offender population they serve and hear from national experts, correctiona... Read More
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2 computer disks; DVD-ROM (180 min.)
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2011
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Core Training Information
Corrections Standards Authority (CSA) (Sacramento, CA).
Resources for the standardized training of new correctional officers are provided. “A Core course is a formal, structured, job-related training … [that is] a critical part of the overall requirements to reach journey-level status” in three corrections positions—Adult Correctional Officer, Juvenile Correctional Officer, and Probation Officer. Publications are grouped according to: Faq’s and Tasks—Core Certified Training FAQ, Adult Correctional Officer Core Tasks, Juvenile Officer Core Tasks, and ... Read More
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2011
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Performance Based Measurement System: What Really Counts in Corrections! [Broadcast held September 14, 2011]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
This program provides information about the nationwide automated Performance-Based Measures System (PBMS). PBMS is an accurate, consistent way to capture, record, report and share data between correctional agencies. It was created by the Association of State Correctional Administrators (ASCA). Participants will be able to: - Describe the scope and development of PBMS regarding how specific needs gave rise to PBMS solutions;
- Describe the key components of PBMS;
- Examine the benefits of ... Read More
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130 min.
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2011
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Juvenile Justice Training Needs Assessment: A Survey of Law Enforcement
U.S. Dept. of Justice. Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (Washington, DC).
International Association of Chiefs of Police (Alexandria, VA).
Findings from the Juvenile Justice Training Needs Assessment Survey “identify challenges and training needs facing law enforcement in addressing juvenile crime, delinquency and victimization” (p. 3). Four sections follow an executive summary—introduction, methodology, results, and conclusion. Results are organized according to: survey population and agency type; juvenile justice operations—staffing and funding and policy and procedure; training—budget, recipients, and methods; and training needs... Read More
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45 pages
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2011
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Thinking for a Change: Integrated Cognitive Behavior Change Program
By Bush, Jack; Glick, Barry; Taymans, Juliana.
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Thinking for a Change (T4C) is the innovative, evidence-based cognitive behavioral curriculum from the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) that has broadly influenced the correctional field and the way correctional facilitators work with offenders and inmates. The program can be delivered to correctional clients by facilitators who have been trained to do so. Studies have shown that, when implemented with integrity, it can reduce recidivism among offenders. Lessons comprising this manual are... Read More
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708 pages
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2011
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Reduce Costs, Lower Risks, Enhance Healthcare Services: The Promise of Effective Pharmaceutical Management [Satellite/Internet Broadcast]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
As jurisdictions across the nation attempt to do more with less, the effects of pharmacy management today will have long lasting and costly effects on the broader health care outcomes of tomorrow, in particular, the effectiveness of treatments for inmates with chronic illnesses, infectious diseases and comorbidities. This program will provide clarity around pharmacy management, why it is important to all jurisdictions, and methods for improving existing operations.
This 3-hour program broadca... Read More
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2 video DVDs (155 minutes)
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2011
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Training and Development Policy Guidelines for Conducting Diversity Training
U.S. Office of Personnel Management (Washington, DC).
“This guidance is intended to assist agency managers and providers of Federally sponsored diversity training … with the design, delivery, and evaluation of diversity training” (p. 1). These guidelines are divided into two parts. “Part A—Introduction and Basic Guidelines for Diversity Training” covers general diversity training principles, goals of diversity training, and internal review and control. Sections of “Part B—Principles for Implementing Diversity Training” are: establish clearly stated... Read More
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6 pages
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2011
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Developing Online Training: Dispelling the Myths
By Geiman, Diane.
“The key to developing successful online courses that truly enable staff to learn and apply that learning on the job is understanding the course development and design processes” (p. 16). These three misunderstandings are corrected: the one-person myth—you really need a content specialist and an e-learning developer; the rapid e-learning myth; and the online course development myth.... Read More
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2 pages
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2011
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Offender Employment Retention: Worth the Work [Satellite/Internet Broadcast]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, more than 700,000 individuals are released from prisons yearly—with an additional 9 million adults cycling through local jails. Research indicates that employment is an important component of successful reentry, but most offender programs do not address the complex behavioral health issues that impact the offender’s ability to obtain and retain gainful employment while remaining crime free.
Offender programming should target individuals at high r... Read More
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2 DVDs (180 min.)
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2011
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Essential Skills for New Supervisors
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
Making the transition from line staff to supervisor calls for developing new skills and competencies as well as a major shift in mindset from doing one’s own work to supervising the work of others.
This program focuses on core competencies for supervisors. These competencies include developing personal and professional goals, demonstrating leadership, solving problems, thinking critically, making decisions, managing conflict, coaching, counseling, providing discipline, and encouraging staff p... Read More
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2 data DVDs
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2011
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Institute of Behavioral Research at TCU
Texas Christian University. Institute of Behavioral Research (IBR-TCU) (Fort Worth, TX).
The Institute of Behavioral Research is a “National Research Center for addiction treatment studies in community and correctional settings.” If you are looking for training programs covering various substance abuse treatment issues you want to check this out first. Points of entry to this website that has over 700 free treatment resource files include: manuals; forms; evidence; publications and abstracts; newsletters; downloads; about IBR-TCU; staff; projects; what’s new; other links; download t... Read More
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2010
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Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Resources
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC); The Moss Group, Inc. (Washington, DC).
This DVD contains NIC videos, DOJ proposed standards, an NIC e-course and dozens of documents to help you learn about the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA).
The disc includes:
- the E-Course “Your Role: Responding to Sexual Abuse”
The following videos:
- Facing Prison Rape: How the Prison Rape Elimination Act Affects You
- Responding to Prisoner Rape: Assessing Your Agency's Response to Prison Sexual Assault
- Speaking Up: Discussing Prison Sexual Assa... Read More
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1 data DVD
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2010
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The Motivational Interviewing Page: Resources for Clinicians, Researchers, and Trainers
By Wagner, Christopher C.; Conners, Wayne.
Motivational Interviewing Resources, LLC (N.P.); Mid-Atlantic Addiction Technology Transfer Center (Richmond, VA); Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) (N.P.).
Information about motivational interviewing can be found at this website. “Motivational interviewing is a client-centered, directive method for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change by exploring and resolving ambivalence.” These are the points of entry to this resource: introduction and clinical issues—overview, special populations, and group approaches; The Library—abstracts, bibliography, ongoing work, Minuet Newsletter, and links; and training—upcoming training, MINT Trainers, and training... Read More
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5 p.
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2010
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Crisis Intervention Teams: An Effective Response to Mental Illness in Corrections
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
Our nation’s jails, prisons, and community corrections agencies are confronted daily with substantial numbers of persons with mental illness in custody and under supervision. Mental illness in corrections demands an urgency of response, services, and care. Correctional staff have attempted to manage individuals suffering mental illness with varying degrees of success. In searching for meaningful methods of response, some agencies, in partnership with stakeholder communities, have implemented Cri... Read More
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1 video DVD (149 min.)
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2010
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Greening Corrections: People, Programs, and Practices [Satellite/Internet Broadcast held July 14, 2010]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
This program seeks to increase environmental awareness among corrections professionals and focuses attention on the need to make correctional facilities more energy and resource efficient. This broadcast: - Explores the feasibility of introducing green collar job readiness training programs
- Assesses correctional industries capability to adopt “green” practices
- And identifies strategies to assess cost saving options for correctional agencies to operate “self sustaining” facilities and ... Read More
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1 DVD (231 min.)
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2010
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Hitting the Wall: Dealing with Stress in Corrections [Lesson Plan and Participant's Manual]
National Institute of Corrections Academy. Regional Training Initiative. Central Region (N.P.).
Issues surrounding stress in a correctional setting, like the effects, sources, and symptoms of stress, burnout, and coping strategies, are covered during this 6.5 hour course. Participants will be able to: define stress and identify the effects of stress; identify the sources of stress; identify the physical and behavioral symptoms of stress; define burnout and identify the stages of burnout; identify positive and negative coping strategies; summarize the key components of “My Pyramid”; recogni... Read More
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1 CD-ROM
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2010
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Crisis Intervention Teams: A Frontline Response to Mental Illness in Corrections [Lesson Plans and Participant's Manual]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
The tools, strategies, and techniques that will allow corrections staff, mental health service providers, and advocates to work together to develop and implement a crisis intervention team (CIT) are presented. CITs help reduce crisis situations, improve safety, and promote better outcomes for persons with mental illness.
Participants will learn: about the core elements of a locally developed and owned CIT for managing mental illness in prisons, jails, and community corrections; how to develop c... Read More
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approximately 300 pages
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2010
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Guidelines to Gang Reentry
U.S. Bureau of Justice Assistance (Washington, DC).
American Parole and Probation Association (Lexington, KY); Association of State Correctional Administrators (Hagerstown, MD); Institute for Intergovernmental Research (IIR) (Tallahassee, FL).
This guide provides suggestions “to assist gang-involved individuals returning to the community from confinement … [and] for planning interventions for gang-involved defendants/offenders, along with helpful hints for facilitating effective and efficient reentry.” Sections following the “Literature Review: Reentry and Gang-Affiliated Offenders” by James Howell are: institutional phase of reentry from intake to release; structured reentry phase—transitional work done by both the institution and co... Read More
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1 CD
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2010
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Effectively Managing Aging and Geriatric Offenders [Satellite/Internet Broadcast held March 11, 2010]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
This 3-hour program will interest anyone dealing with geriatric offenders. Issues covered during this presentation include:
- Who geriatric offenders are
- Awareness of their needs
- Staff training
- And special considerations for this population.
Participants will be able to: develop criteria to identify geriatric offenders; describe challenges and options for training staff and improving day to day operations to better manage this population; identify strategies, includi... Read More
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2 DVDs (146 min.)
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2009
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Corrections Budgets in Free Fall: Finding Opportunities in Turbulent Times [Satellite/Internet Broadcast held on April 15, 2009]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
Budget reductions don’t discriminate. Correctional agencies are being hit hard in these tough economic times with no relief from mandates. Prisons, jails, and community corrections are all faced with increasing workloads, combined with diminishing resources. Amid the worsening financial crisis, there are opportunities to implement evidence-based strategies that can maximize resources while preserving public safety.
This 3-hour program provides an overview of opportunities that can help corre... Read More
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2 computer disks; DVD-ROM (158 min.) + 1 computer disk; CD-ROM
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2009
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Innovative Reentry Strategies: The Emerging Role of Correctional Industries [Satellite/Internet Broadcast held October 7, 2009]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
This program focuses on presenting new reentry strategies and highlight specific programs around the country that reflect best practices. Imagine a reentry program that reduces recidivism, changes lives, and makes prisons and jails safer with little or no cost to taxpayers. Such a program has been around for decades. It is correctional industries, an effective model for preparing offenders for employment upon release. The elements of this strategy include skills certification, positive change, c... Read More
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2 DVDs (157 min.) + 1 CD
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2009
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From the Battlefront to the Homefront: Welcoming Employees Back to Work
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora,CO).
The government deploys thousands of valuable corrections employees to serve the country each year. Thus, it is in the best interest of correctional agencies to be proactive in establishing programs that ease the process of deployment and the employees’ return to work.
This 3-hour program, broadcast on May 13, 2009, addresses strategies to help manage the effect of these deployments on an organization by accessing existing programs and resources. Participants will be able to: raise awareness o... Read More
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2 computer disks; DVD-ROM (160 min.) + 1 computer disk; CD-ROM
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2009
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Technical Assistance, Information, and Training for Adult Corrections: All Corrections Disciplines, Jails, Prisons, [and] Community Corrections [Service Plan: October 1, 2009 - September 30, 2010]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
The National Institute of Correction's (NIC's) Service Plan for fiscal year 2010 contains opportunities available to those working in local, state, and federal corrections. Programming, information services, the NIC Learning Center, technical assistance, distance learning via satellite/Internet broadcasts, NIC training programs at the National Corrections Academy in Aurora (CO), NIC-paid training beyond Aurora (CO), and partnership programs are described.... Read More
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112 p.
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2009
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Smart Responses in Tough Times: Achieving Better Outcomes for People with Mental Illnesses Involved in the Criminal Justice System: BJA National Technical Assistance and Training Event, July 15-17, 2009
Council of State Governments. Justice Center (New York, NY).
This event focused on strategies for improving the way state and local agencies and community-based organizations deliver their services to mentally ill adults and juveniles involved with the criminal justice system. Access to various materials (i.e., videos, slide presentations, annotated agendas, photos, and handouts) from this meeting is available at this website.... Read More
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1 p.
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2009
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Implementing Motivational Interviewing in Correctional Settings: An Interview with Dr. William Miller
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
This presentation is an extended interview with Dr. William Miller regarding the utilization of motivational interviewing (MI) in correctional settings. Topics discussed include:
- Background of MI
- MI in corrections
- How MI works
- The spirit of MI
- Implementing MI
- MI applications and assessment
- Brief and one-time MI
- Essentials of MI
- MI roll-out and training
- The supervisor’s role
- MI research
- And implications for policy makers, supervis... Read More
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1 computer disk; DVD-ROM (142 min.) + 1 computer disk; CD-ROM
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2009
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NJCSA Certification
National Juvenile Court Services Association (NJCSA) (N.P.).
Information is provided at this website about the National Juvenile Court Services Association (NJCSA) and its services. Points of entry include: open Professional Juvenile Justice Administrator (PJJA) and Professional Juvenile Justice Manager (PJJM) courses; past PJJA courses; instructor support area; PJJA frequently asked questions (FAQs); and additional information about NJCSA.... Read More
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3 p.
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2009
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Using Labor Market Information to Promote Positive Employment Outcomes for Offenders
By Rakis, John.
National Institute of Corrections. Offender Workforce Development Division (Washington, DC).
National Institute of Corrections. Offender Workforce Development Division (Washington, DC).
“This instructional disk is intended to provide you with a comprehensive overview of Labor Market Information (LMI) and give you the informational tools to increase short-term and long-term employment outcomes for the offenders under your supervision.” Users will be able to: understand labor market information concepts and terms; identify key LMI resources and to know how to access them; use LMI to assist offenders in making career choices; use LMI to identify occupations that will experience jo... Read More
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1 computer disk; CD-ROM
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2009
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Victim Impact: Listen and Learn Facilitator Manual [and] Participant Workbook [Lesson Plans and Participant's Manual]
U.S. Dept. of Justice. Office for Victims of Crime (Washington, DC).
U.S. Dept. of Justice. Office for Victims of Crime (Washington, DC); California Dept. of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Office of Victim and Survivor Services (Sacramento, CA).
This 32-hour program shows offenders the impact of their crimes on their victims. Units comprising this course are: getting started; introduction to victim impact; property crime; assault; robbery; hate and bias; gang crime; sexual assault; child abuse and neglect; domestic violence; drunk and impaired driving; homicide; and making amends.... Read More
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273 p.
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2009
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State and Local Law Enforcement Training Academies, 2006
U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics (Washington, DC).
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2009
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The Six Moving Parts of Correctional Training Effectiveness
By Morton, Gregory R.; Shepherd, Aaron.
National Institute of Corrections Academy. Western Region (N.P.).
The "concept of 'The Six Moving Parts of Correctional Employee Training,' a model for integrating strategy into the organization's approach to training" is presented (p.1). Sections of this publication are: introduction; overview of the model's components; moving part 1 -- organizational readiness; moving part 2 -- curriculum selection; moving part 3 -- delivery methodology; moving part 4 -- participant engagement; moving part 5 -- workplace reinforcement; moving part 6 -- impact evaluation; sum... Read More
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60 pages
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2009
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E-Learning: Why Corrections Should Clear the Hurdles
By Stevenson, Ben; Carrio, Daedra.
The benefits of implementing e-learning in the corrections filed are explained. “In simple terms, e-learning is the use of Internet technologies to deliver a broad array of solutions that enhance knowledge and performance” (p. 42). Issues discussed include: a new generation of correctional employees; knowledge management solutions; cost savings and practicality; correctional distance education programs; online colleges and universities; and a shift in culture.... Read More
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3 pages
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2008
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A Model for Social Justice: Collaboration Between Faith-Based and Community Organizations and Corrections: Highlights
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Highlights are provided of advice given by individuals from correctional agencies and faith-based and community organizations on how to create successful partnerships. Sections of this presentation are: understanding each other—questions and concerns; making partnerships work; legal issues; and getting started.... Read More
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1 video DVD (17 min.)
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2008
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No More “My Way or the Highway”: Embracing the 21st Century Workforce [Satellite/Internet Broadcast held November 19,2008]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
Collaboration within today’s multigenerational workplace gets everybody involved with a common goal. Today’s workforce poses both challenges and opportunities for agency leaders. Developing effective strategies to recruit, communicate, train, retain, and lead staff is essential to high performance. Topics discussed during this 3-hour program will include the following:
- Appreciating the strengths and weaknesses of each generation in the workplace
- Recognizing the relationship betwee... Read More
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3 DVDs (156 min.) + 1 CD
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2008
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Building Tomorrow's Workforce: An Effective Reentry Strategy [Satellite/Internet Broadcast held August 2008]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
This program focuses on the history and benefits of correctional industries and ways to balance competing interests. Employment is a critical factor in successful reentry. Career assistance, life skills, and job training prior to release from jails or prisons increases the likelihood of success as individuals reenter the community. This, in conjunction with support from employers, social agencies, and faith-based community organizations, provides the foundation for individuals to remain in socie... Read More
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2 DVDs (172 min) + 1 CD
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2008
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Women and Work: Gender Responsivity and Workforce Development [Satellite/Internet Broadcast held September 24-25, 2008]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
This training program presents strategies for making women offender workplace development programs more responsive to their clients. Topics include: - Emerging evidence-based gender responsive practices
- Information strategies and case management models
- Career theories and assessment tools
- Collaborative relationships that support effective reentry
- How a history of criminal convictions impacts job search efforts
- Women Offender Case Management Model (WOCMM)
- Strengths and nee... Read More
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4 DVDs (353 min) + 1 CD
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2008
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Public & Media Relations: Take Control of Your Message
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
This training session covers strategies and techniques for effectively interacting with the press. Participants will be able to: - Control an interview;
- Conduct a successful news conference;
- Write a news release that gets attention;
- Present one's case to the public;
- Execute crisis communication plans during an emergency;
- Identify and use interviewing skills;
- Utilize strategies for communicating effectively;
- And identify strategies for working with current and emerging m... Read More
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1 Data DVD (409 min.)
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2008
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NIC Fiscal Year 2009 Service Plan: Technical Assistance, Information, and Training for Adult Corrections
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
The National Institute of Correction's (NIC's) Service Plan for fiscal year 2009 contains opportunities available to those working in local, state, and federal corrections. Programming, information services, technical assistance, distance learning via satellite/Internet broadcasts, NIC Learning Center, NIC training programs in Aurora (CO), NIC-paid training beyond Aurora (CO), and partnership programs are described. An application for individuals, statement of interest to host partnership progra... Read More
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121 p.
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2008
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Sharing Gang Intelligence Bridging the Gap: Corrections - Police - Educators [Satellite/Internet Broadcast]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
Gangs are a growing national problem that all elements of the public safety community must effectively manage. Collaboration and information sharing are key to managing gangs effectively and safeguarding public and institutional safety. A diverse panel of experts addresses various processes, methods, technologies, partnerships, and information sharing programs related to gangs and their potential networks of intelligence. This broadcast will be of interest to police, corrections, military, and c... Read More
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3 DVDs (249 min.) + 1 CD
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2008
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Technical Resource Provider Handbook
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
A guide for correctional service providers who deliver technical assistance or training for the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) is provided. Sections of this handbook include: purpose; background; scope of direct technical assistance; standards of professional conduct; eligibility to serve as a technical assistance provider (TRP); TRP selection; negotiation and authorization; travel arrangements; TRP reimbursement procedures; technical assistance report; agency evaluation of technical a... Read More
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23 p.
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2007
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Administrative Guide: Offender Workforce Development Specialist Partnership Training Program
National Institute of Corrections. Offender Workforce Development Division. (Washington, DC).
An overview of the Offender Workforce Development Specialist (OWDS) Partnership Training Program is provided. Current training is offered by invitation only to teams of twelve people. Modules of instruction include: career development theory and application; understanding and using facilitation skills; the role of assessment in career planning and job placement; instruction and group facilitation; designing and implementing training and work development services; barriers to employment; ethics a... Read More
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27 p.
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2007
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Effectively Managing a Multi-Generational Workforce in Corrections [Lesson Plans and Participant's Manual]
By McCampbell, Susan W.; Rubin, Paula N..
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Center for Innovative Public Policies, Inc. (Naples, FL).
A 16-hour training program on how to manage up to four generations in one workplace is presented.
"This revision builds on and revises the instructions in the 2004 curriculum, and therefore, that information will not be repeated here. Please be sure to review that curriculum, Instructor’s Guide and Activity Guide. A vast amount of new information has been published about multi-generational workplaces since this curriculum was developed in 2003 and published by NIC in 2004. A revised list of r... Read More
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2007
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Avoiding Inmate Setups
By Croucher, Greg.
Minnesota Dept. of Corrections (St. Paul, MN).
This is an in-depth interview with an expert at manipulating jail and prison staff. The candidness of the inmate makes this presentation very educational. Some of his observations include the following: - “If I can manipulate you into making my time easier, I’m gonna do it. That’s my job in here.”
- “You might get a little money, but you’ll get caught.”
- "Once he’s done with you, he’ll sell you out to another inmate or the authorities."
- “It can’t happen if you don’t allow it to…It’s a... Read More
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1 video (30 minutes)
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2007
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NIC Fiscal Year 2008 Service Plan: Technical Assistance, Information, and Training for Adult Corrections
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
The National Institute of Correction's (NIC's) Service Plan for fiscal year 2008 contains opportunities available to those working in local, state, and federal corrections. Programming, information services, technical assistance, distance learning via satellite/Internet broadcasts, NIC Learning Center, and partnership programs are described. An application for individuals, statement of interest to host partnership programs, and an application for regional field coordinator (RFC) are included.... Read More
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119 p.
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2007
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A National Dialogue: Building Bridges to Safer Communities Through Offender Employment [Satellite/Internet Broadcast]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
This 3-hour program will demonstrate how to use the 10-hour Satellite Broadcast, show how the facilitator training DVD can be used for demonstration and education, and introduce the National Institute of Corrections’ systemic model for building bridges to employment for offenders. This broadcast will assist participants with the following: identifying and addressing barriers to employment faced by released offenders; working with employers on offender related job development; building bridges sy... Read More
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2 computer disks; DVD-ROM (165 min.)
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2007
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A Model for Social Justice: Collaboration Between Faith-Based and Community Organizations and Corrections [Satellite/Internet Broadcast held September 12, 2007]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
Collaboration between faith-based organizations, community organizations, and corrections has proven to be a cost-effective way to meet agency needs and bring much needed services to offenders. This unique partnership also helps to promote social justice, reduce recidivism, and increase public safety. This 3-hour program examines the myths, realities, boundaries, and benefits of this collaboration while providing information to help correctional leaders achieve new and more successful re-entry i... Read More
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2 DVDs (165 min.)
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2007
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Pretrial Justice: Principles and Practices
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
This two-hour program discusses strategies for developing an effective pretrial process (e.g., arrest, interview, risk assessment and recommendation, first appearance, post release supervision, and collaboration between shareholders—agencies, organizations, and the community). This presentation is designed to examine the impact of the pretrial decision to release or detain on jail crowding and public safety; promote fair and just pretrial decision making; and demonstrate best practices consisten... Read More
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2 DVDs (118 min.)
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2007
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The Mindful Supervisor: Cognitive Principles in Staff Supervision
National Institute of Corrections Academy. Western Regional Field Coordinators (N.P.).
A PowerPoint presentation for first time correctional supervisors is provided. Sections of this course are: qualities and skill building for supervisors (personal position statement and the cognitive/behavioral model); values dissonance -- personal visa and organizational context; effective communication; making decisions and creating solutions; valuing differences; encouraging performance; team building; and Supervisory Development Plan.... Read More
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127 p.
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2007
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PMR: Public and Media Relations: Gaining Confidence and Competence
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
This two-hour DVD training course presents techniques for interacting effectively with the public and press. Modules comprising this course are: why we are doing this; working with the media; strategies and techniques for communicating effectively; and crisis media.... Read More
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2 computer disks; DVD-ROM (121 min.)
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2006
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Keeping Our Kids Safe: The Prison Rape Elimination Act and Juvenile Justice: A Guide for Juvenile Justice Administrators
The Moss Group, Inc. (Washington, DC); National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
This program provides an introduction to the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) for those individuals who work with youth in the juvenile justice system. The video covers locations of assault, consequences, approaches, statistics, prevention and reduction, youth issues, prosecution, outcomes, and action points.
The companion CD includes: letter from the Director of the National Institute of Corrections (NIC); facilitator’s guide for “Keeping Our Kids Safe”; “Keeping Our Kids Safe” video; and ... Read More
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1 DVD (23 min.) + 1 CD
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2006
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Juvenile Female Offenders: How Do You Meet Their Needs In Your Juvenile Justice Setting? [Participant's Manual]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO); U.S. Dept. of Justice. Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (Washington, DC).
Meeting the needs of juvenile female offenders is discussed during this 1.5-hour training session. Topics covered include: introduction to the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) and Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) collaboration; current perspective -- research into juvenile female offender practice; current research -- a look at the work of OJJDPs Girls Study Group; NICs approach to address the issue; curriculum excerpt from NIC/OJJDPs Meeting the Needs of Juv... Read More
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2006
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Recognizing and Addressing Sexual Abuse, Assault Prevention and Intervention Issues In Your Juvenile Justice Setting: A Companion Workshop to the Overview of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) [Participant's Manual]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
This Overview Workshop covers PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) in juvenile justice settings. Participants will be able to: recognize signs and symptoms of potential sexual abuse and assault in juveniles under their care; articulate the "dos" and "don'ts" related to working with juvenile victims of sexual abuse and assault; and analyze a scenario and decide upon an effective and appropriate course of action related to recognizing and addressing sexual abuse, assault, prevention, and interventi... Read More
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56 p.
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2006
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Mid-Level Managers L.E.A.D. Program (Leadership Enrichment and Development) [Lesson Plan and Participant's Manual]
National Institute of Corrections Academy. Northeast Regional Field Coordinators (N.P.).
Leadership basics for mid-level managers are covered. Participants will be able to: define leadership; compare and contrast leadership and management; identify challenges faced by mid-level managers; describe the primary roles of a leader; define the four levels of leadership; identify myths and realities of leadership; identify effective leadership characteristics and principles; and determine their specific style of leadership. Presentation overheads, instructor notes, participant guide, and ... Read More
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67 pages
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2006
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Preventing Sexual Abuse of Children and Youth in Custody [Satellite/Internet Broadcast]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Incidents of sexual abuse of juveniles in custody are reported at a rate 10 times higher than the rate in adult corrections. This 3-hour program, originally broadcast June 28, 2006, addresses this serious issue and introduces administrators, managers, advocates, and practitioners working with juvenile offenders to the requirements of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) of 2003. At the end of this broadcast, participants will have a strong grasp of: requirements of the Prison Rape Elimination ... Read More
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2 DVDs (162 min.)
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2006
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Training Programs for Juvenile Corrections Professionals: Overview of FY2007 Training Programs [for] June 1, 2006 - May 31, 2007
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC);
U.S. Dept. of Justice. Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (Washington, DC).
Training programs, satellite/Internet broadcasts, and e-learning are described. Information regarding training programs, information services, technical assistance, the NIC On-Line, and application procedures is also provided, along with application forms.... Read More
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30 p.
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2006
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Correctional Leadership Competencies for the 21st Century: Manager and Supervisor Levels
By Campbell, Nancy M.; Mactavish, Marie; Dobel, J. Patrick; Lucey, Barbara; Edington, Teddi; Yates, Cindi; Woodward, William.
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Campbell Consulting (Bainbridge Island, WA); National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Characteristics that result in the best performance of correctional managers and supervisors are identified along with key skills, knowledge, and attributes of effective and successful leaders which are then linked to a set of specific behaviors. This manual includes an executive summary and the following chapters: managerial profiles; ethics and values; interpersonal relationships; oral and written communication; motivating others; developing direct reports; managing conflict; team building; c... Read More
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316 p.
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2006
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Islam's Place and Practice of Worship in the Correctional Environment
U.S. Bureau of Prisons. Management and Specialty Training Center (Aurora, CO.
This presentation provides an introductory overview to the masjid (prayer hall or mosque) and the religious worship of Islam and guidance for accommodating Muslim belief and practices in correctional facilities.... Read More
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1 computer disk; DVD-ROM (21 min.)
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2006
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Strategic Training Resources
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
A collection of training development material created to support National Institute of Corrections' (NIC) programs that help correctional agencies build their capacity to deliver effective training can be found on this CD-ROM. Contents include: Field Training Officer (FTO) Module Performance Checklists; FTO training programs from Boulder County, Olmstead County, and Pottawattamie County; annual training plans (e.g., Individual Worksheet, Tiered Worksheet, Long Worksheet, Training Event Record a... Read More
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1 computer disk; CD-ROM
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2006
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Making the Media Work for You in the 21st Century [Satellite/Internet Broadcast]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
This 3-hour program, originally broadcast on May 3, 2006, will help agencies build a proactive communication strategy for working in partnership with the media and the public. An agency's communication plan is as essential to its operations as its emergency preparation. Too often, an agency's first contact with the media is reactionary and after the fact. When the media contacts an agency concerning various situations and circumstances, individuals and agencies often find themselves on the defen... Read More
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2 video DVDs (161 min.)
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2006
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A Systemic Approach to the Americans with Disabilities Act in Corrections: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow [Satellite/Internet Broadcast on February 15, 2006]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
This program addresses the Americans with Disabilities Act. The ADA legislatively impacted the field of corrections when it was signed into law in 1990. Some correctional organizations have made significant progress to address this legislation, others have found themselves in costly litigation, and for others, ADA compliance needs to be addressed. Compliance is everyone's business.
Panelists will provide a systemic view of the following: ADA awareness and ADA myths; fifteen-year history of t... Read More
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2 DVDs (164 min.)
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2006
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Achieving Excellence in Correctional Victim Services Through Collaboration [Satellite/Internet Broadcast held September 11-15, 2006]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
Crime is everyone's business. It affects entire communities. Too often, crime victims are left to fend for themselves or are forgotten, especially after the court process. Significant progress has been made in corrections-based victim services over the past two decades. Yet, true excellence in victim services can only be achieved through active collaboration.
This interactive, multidisciplinary program examines the need for a collaborative approach to corrections-based victim services. In add... Read More
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8 DVDs (650 min.) + 1 CD
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2006
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Correctional Trainer
By Kowalcyk, Laura.
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Aurora, CO).
This DACUM Profile is for a Correctional Trainer. It covers the position's duties, tasks, knowledge, skills, attitudes, and equipment and tools.... Read More
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4 pages
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2006
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Children of Incarcerated Parents: Trainer's Guide [and] Participant Resources
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Child Welfare League of America (Washington, DC).
Issues affecting the children of incarcerated parents are discussed during this twelve-hour training program. Modules include:
- What everyone should know -- who the children of incarcerated parents are, the impact of parental incarceration on children, and what we can do;
- How the child experiences parental incarceration -- child development and attachment and the child’s view of parental incarceration;
- Teamwork toward resilience -- what resilience is and strategies for promo... Read More
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2 v. (v. 1 - 141 p., v. 2 - 70 p.) + 1 computer disk; CD-ROM
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2005
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Critical Elements of Re-Entry/Continuing Care Systems [Participant's Manual]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO); U.S. Dept. of Justice. Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (Washington, DC).
"Using a three-phase process [during this 36-hour course] to plan, create, and evaluate reentry/continuing care systems, participant teams plan ways to help juvenile offenders from their jurisdictions successfully transition from institutional settings back into the community." Sections of this manual include: jurisdictional team action planning -- building your new reentry/continuing care reality; visualizing juvenile success in your reentry/continuing care jurisdiction; what are you currently... Read More
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126 p.
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2005
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Career Resource Centers
National Institute of Corrections. Offender Workforce Development Division (Washington, DC).
This package provides you with a collection of resources for use in a correctional facility Career Center.
Contents include:
- A computer assisted Career Clerk training program, with the following modules: what the job of a Career Clerk is, what knowledge is needed, what materials can be used, and what skills are needed.
- O*NET Career Exploration Tools, a group of career counseling assessment tools developed by the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administra... Read More
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4 computer disks; CD-ROM
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2005
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Motivational Interviewing: An Introduction [Lesson Plan and Participant's Manual]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Hampton-Newport News Criminal Justice Agency (Hampton, VA); Orbis Partners, Inc. (Ottawa, CA).
The use of motivational interviewing during the case management process is covered during this 10-hour course. Modules include: setting the context; motivational interviewing; assess motivation; stage matched motivational strategies; applying motivational interviewing -- effective case work (e.g., case analysis, feedback, prioritize, assess motivation, focusing, and review and update); and enhancing treatment compliance. The accompanying Training the Trainer program is 24-hours long.... Read More
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186 p.
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2005
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Addressing Staff Sexual Misconduct with Youth
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC); Washington College of Law (Washington, DC).
Materials used during this training program addressing staff sexual misconduct with youth are available at this website. Participants of this course will be able to: define and understand the scope and impact of PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) in juvenile settings; understand the links between law and policy in eradicating the sexual abuse of juveniles under correctional supervision; understand the significance and impact of organizational and institutional culture on eliminating sexual viol... Read More
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2 p.
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2005
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Presentations Given at the New England Council on Crime and Delinquency: Prison Rape Elimination Act Training
By Smith, Brenda V..
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO); Washington College of Law (Washington, DC).
Materials for use in training about the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) can be found at this website. Four items available here in PowerPoint and PDF formats are: The Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003; PREA -- Implications for Community Corrections; Legal Issues in Addressing Prison Rape in Community Corrections; and State Law Maps.... Read More
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84 p.
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2005
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NIC Fiscal Year 2006 Service Plan: Technical Assistance, Information, and Training for Adult Corrections
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
The National Institute of Corrections (NIC) Service Plan for fiscal year 2006 describes opportunities available to those working in local, state, and federal corrections. The fiscal year extends from October 1, 2005 to September 30, 2006. Programming, international assistance, information services, technical assistance, distance learning via satellite/Internet broadcasts, NIC Learning Center, and partnership programs are described. Application forms are included for individuals attending NIC pro... Read More
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166 p.
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2005
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Correctional Leadership Competencies for the 21st Century: Executive and Senior Levels
By Campbell, Nancy M.
Mactavish, Marie
Dobel, Patrick
Katsampes, Paul
Yates, Cindi.
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Campbell Consulting (Bainbridge Island, WA)
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Characteristics that result in the best performance of executive and senior level leaders are identified along with the key skills, knowledge, and attributes of effective and successful leaders which are then linked to a set of specific behaviors. Following an executive summary, this manual provides an exploration of: managerial profiles; self awareness; ethics and values; vision and mission; strategic thinking; managing the external environment; power and influence; strategic planning and perf... Read More
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226 p.
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2005
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Avoiding Your Day in Court -- Addressing Training Liability Through Defensible Strategies
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
Liability issues related to correctional training programs are discussed. Participants will be able to:
- Analyze training programs to determine if they are legally defensible;
- Determine the need to acquire copyright permission for material used;
- Identify alternative delivery strategies applicable to a particular setting;
- Apply the elements of a good documentation system to their agency/facility;
- And analyze their current system and develop a plan to correct any de... Read More
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60 p.
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2005
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Results of the Offender Workforce Development Specialist Post-Training Survey
National Institute of Corrections. Offender Workforce Development Division (Washington, DC).
Results from a "post-training survey to assess the usability of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the course [Offender Workforce Development Specialist (OWDS)] content by the participant once they return to the job" are presented (p. 1). An executive summary is divided into four parts -- background, methods, summary of results, and next steps. Twenty-six survey questions and results are organized by the following sections: team collaboration and internal effects; building external support... Read More
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10 p.
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2004
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Training Programs for Juvenile Corrections Professionals, June 1, 2004 - May 31, 2005
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC); Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (Washington, DC).
Describes the training programs and technical assistance available from the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) Academy Division through an interagency partnership with the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP). Includes application instructions and forms. ... Read More
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2004
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Correctional Staff Wellness: Making Choices Toward a Higher Level of Total Health and Well Being [Videoconference Held June 16, 2004]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
This program focuses on the importance of staff wellness in a correctional environment. Topics discussed include: - Mental and physical health;
- Substance abuse;
- How to recognize and manage stress in the workplace;
- Stress-related symptoms;
- And staff support resources.... Read More
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1 DVD (180 min.)
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2004
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A Town Hall Meeting - Addressing the Prison Rape Elimination Act [Satellite/Internet Broadcast]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
This 2-hour program in a town hall format was broadcast live from the American Correctional Association's Winter Conference in Phoenix, Arizona on January 10, 2005. The discussion panel includes various leaders working in and with corrections and criminal justice professionals. The intent of the broadcast is to provide education and up-to-date information on the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to the field of corrections. Discussion topics include the following: issues of misconduct that init... Read More
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1 DVD (120 min.)
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2004
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Interpersonal Communications in the Correctional Setting: IPC
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC); National Juvenile Detention Association (Richard, KY).
This basic communication skills training program, developed by Robert R. Carkhuff, has been used by correctional agencies for more than thirty-five years to train officers and counselors. Sessions contained in this course are: introduction to the IPC (interpersonal communication) model; the basics -- sizing up the situation; positioning; posturing; observing; listening; summary of the basics; the add-ons -- communicating to inmates; responding to inmates -- identifying content; responding to inm... Read More
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2 computer disks; 1 DVD-ROM (100 min.) + 1 CD-ROM
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2004
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Addressing Staff Sexual Misconduct with Offenders Curriculum: Instructor's Guide [Lesson Plan and Participant's Manual]
National Institute of Corrections. Prisons Division (Washington, DC); Washington College of Law (Washington, DC).
Complex issues surrounding staff sexual misconduct are addressed during this 36-hour training program. Modules comprising this curriculum are: defining staff sexual misconduct with offenders; state laws; staff sexual misconduct -- the nature of one's role and power; policy; action planning; agency culture; management and operational practices; training; investigating allegations of staff sexual misconduct with offenders; human resources; legal considerations; developing a community and media re... Read More
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1 computer disk; CD-ROM
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2004
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Effective Communication/Motivational Strategies in Assessing and Overcoming Resistance to Change [Lesson Plans and Participant's Manual]
By Ferns, Ray; Gornik, Mark; Cheney, Deena.
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
This 32-hour training program will "provide practitioners, who are working with resistive, chemically dependent or criminal populations, with specific knowledge, skills and techniques to more effectively internalize motivation for change" (p. 1). This course includes eight modules: - Introduction to overall course;
- Offender management;
- Social learning theory;
- Overview of "What Works" research;
- Criminal logic;
- Introduction to basic communication skills;
- Why these skills won... Read More
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2004
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Building Agency Success: Developing an Effective FTO/OJT Training Program [Videoconference Held August 17-19, 2004]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
This 3-day broadcast program provides participants with the knowledge and skills to develop a formal on-the-job training (OJT) program for new employees based on a corrections-specific FTO model. It includes using the FTO task-specific format, developing FTO modules, conducting proficiency tests, and implementing a formal FTO teaching process.
Each participant will develop an FTO module as part of the training. Several demonstrations of the FTO format and teaching process are provided. This ... Read More
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3 DVDs (888 min.) + 1 CD-ROM
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2004
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Classification of High-Risk Offenders [Videoconference Held September 1, 2004]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
Prison systems experience continued pressure to house offenders in the most appropriate setting possible. While most correctional systems have implemented objective classification systems that have become quite effective in identifying inmates for the general prison population, less attention has been given to accurately classifying inmates who pose a higher risk and may require special management within the prison setting.
This satellite/Internet training program will report on a study cond... Read More
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1 DVD (159 min.)
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2004
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Building Leadership Development Systems in Juvenile Justice Agencies [Participant's Manual]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO); U.S. Dept. of Justice. Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (Washington, DC).
The development and implementation of an in-house leadership and management development system (within existing agency parameters) are discussed during this 30-hour course. Sections of this manual include: training program introduction; setting a context and identifying trends; trainer and training function self-assessment; strategies for getting management buy-in; establishing a design team and advisory board; identifying candidates for your program; competency development and assessment of ma... Read More
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124 p.
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2003
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Motivational Interviewing Training [Lesson Plans]
By Bogue, Brad
Nandi, Anjali.
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Justice System Assessment & Training (Boulder, CO).
The use of motivational interviewing (MI) with offenders is described during this 12-hour program. MI is an integrated and "complex set of clinical skills and strategies based on the principles of autonomy, collaboration and evocation" (p. i). Sections of this curriculum cover: principles of effective interventions; introduction to MI; active listening; identifying and eliciting change talk; values exploration; working with resistance; acronym model and review; Transtheoretical Model of Change;... Read More
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116 p.
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2003
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Transition from Prison to the Community [Videoconference Held February 12, 2003]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO); National Institute of Corrections. Community Corrections Division (Washington, DC).
This videoconference provides Information regarding the National Institute of Corrections' transition initiative and model. The transition model assists not only offenders released to community supervision, but also releasees who have served their full sentence. Topics covered include: - History of transition;
- OJP Going Home overview;
- Key trends;
- Transition principles;
- Collaboration promotion;
- What works;
- The NIC Transition Model;
- Examples of the NIC Transition Model;Read More
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1 DVD (180 minutes)
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2003
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Children of Prisoners: Children of Promise [Videoconference Held June 18, 2003]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
This videoconference identifies the problems and greatest needs of incarcerated parents and caretakers with regard to their children. It specifically addresses: - Problems and issues that children of prisoners or former prisoners face that put the kids at risk;
- Evidence-based and promising approaches to support these children and build on their strengths;
- And the benefits of the criminal justice system becoming more family-friendly.... Read More
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1 DVD (151 min.)
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2003
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Building New Employee Success with an Effective Field Training Officer (FTO) Program [Videoconference Held August 20, 2003]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
This program explores the development of a formal new employee on-the-job (OTJ) program based on a corrections-specific FTO model. This broadcast covers: - Assessing the current FTO program;
- The FTO task-specific format;
- Developing FTO models;
- Conducting proficiency tests;
- And the formal FTO teaching process.
Several demonstrations of the FTO format and teaching process are also included.
This DVD can be used in conjunction with NIC accession nos. 019008 and 020603.... Read More
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1 DVD (133 min.)
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2003
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TRP Handbook
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
A guide for correctional service providers who deliver technical assistance or training for the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) is provided. Sections of this handbook include: purpose; background; scope of direct technical assistance; standards of professional conduct; eligibility to serve as a technical assistance provider (TRP); TRP selection; negotiation and authorization; travel arrangements; TRP reimbursement procedures; technical assistance report; agency evaluation of technical as... Read More
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25 p.
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2003
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Youthful Offenders in Adult Corrections: Effective Interventions [Videoconference held September 15-19, 2003]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
This 32-hour program presents a research-based, practical curriculum that teaches principles and implementation of effective interventions ("what works") within the context of managing youthful offenders in an adult correctional environment. This highly interactive approach to training both security and treatment staff uses modeled behaviors and guided practice for developing skills needed to work with this unique offender population.
The training program combines all of the elements of effe... Read More
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3 DVDs (554 min.) + 1 CD
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2002
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Building Futures: Offender Job Retention Distance Learning Training [Videoconference Held October 7-11, 2002]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO); National Institute of Corrections. Office of Correctional Job Training and Placement (Washington, DC).
This course covers the skills, strategies, and resources necessary to address significant offender job retention issues and increase offender employment success. Participants will learn how to: - Develop an action plan to improve offender job retention;
- Utilize job retention strategies and tools, such as assessment, cognitive coaching, and intervention;
- Modify job retention best practices for use in local jurisdictions;
- And network and problem-solve with agencies working in the fie... Read More
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3 DVDs (533 min.) + 1 CD
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2002
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Mentoring in the Corrections Workplace: A Self-Paced Workbook
National Institute of Corrections Academy. Southern Regional Field Coordinators (N.P.).
A self-paced course on how to be an effective mentor is presented. This workbook covers: performance objectives; the differing tasks of a mentor and a supervisor; qualities and experiences (resources) a mentor has; rules of mentoring; effective listening; setting expectations; goal setting; feedback; exploring options and ideas; pitfalls; transitioning; mentor's checklist; action plan; and reviewing the mentor/mentee relationship.... Read More
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31 p.
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2002
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Systemic Approaches to Emergency Preparedness Affecting Correctional Communities [Videoconference Held July 31, 2002]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
This 3-hour videoconference explains emergency preparedness action planning from a systemic perspective conducive to natural community partnerships. The following topics are discussed:
- The nature of corrections-related emergencies;
- Partners, resources, and mechanisms for stakeholder response to emergencies;
- Elements of a written emergency plan;
- Assessment strategies for level of alert and responses from line staff through the command level;
- Follow-up after emergen... Read More
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1 DVD (180 min.)
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2002
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Educating the Community about Sexual Assault and the Management of Sex Offenders in the Community: A Training Curriculum
U.S. Dept. of Justice. Office of Justice Programs (Washington, DC); National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC); State Justice Institute (Alexa.
Center for Sex Offender Management (Silver Spring, MD).
Access to a training curriculum that is designed to educate the community about sexual violence and sex offender management programs is provided at this website. The following can be found: curriculum overview; four part curriculum; user's guide; special considerations for community education; a download center with handouts, lecture notes, slides, and learning activities; and an evaluation form.... Read More
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5 p.
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2002
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Collaborative Approach to Staff Recruitment and Retention [Videoconference Held August 28, 2002]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
This 3-hour NIC broadcast discusses strategies to recruit promising candidates for corrections jobs and how to retain experienced staff.
Topics include: emphasizing corrections as a career rather than "just a job"; informing the public about the variety of careers available in corrections; how broad participation by agency staff helps foster successful recruitment and retention; how employers can support the connections between career, family, and community; and tools agencies are using for ... Read More
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1 DVD (165 min.)
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2002
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Restorative Justice: Principles, Practices, and Implementation (Training Broadcast)
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
An introduction to restorative justice concepts, principles, and values is provided during this 32-hour distance learning program. Participants will be able to:
- Recognize the traumatic impact of crime on victims, communities, and offenders and ways to be responsive to crime victims' needs and interests
- Explain and evaluate the configuration, methods, and potential uses of various restorative practices
- Identify several practical strategies for developing active partnersh... Read More
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2 computer disks; DVD-ROM
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2001
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Options for Managing Difficult Inmates [Videoconference held on June 13, 2001]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Difficult inmates, such as those who have gang affiliations, chronic behavioral problems or who are mentally or socially challenged, require more complex management interventions. This program presents a menu of options for managing difficult inmates, discusses barriers, and identifies resources. Segments of this presentation include:
- Description of the "difficult" inmate
- Criteria for placement and release to special housing
- Program options that are working nationally
- Ob... Read More
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1 DVD (180 min.)
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2001
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Colorado Mental Health Training Course for Law Enforcement and Corrections Officers [Lesson Plan]
By Sherman, Richard K..
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
Colorado. Twentieth Judicial District (Boulder, CO).
Effective interactions with individuals who suffer from mental disorders are described during this 8-hour course. Five sections comprise this lesson plan:
- Introduction and background;
- Mental disorders;
- Officer interactions with emotionally disturbed persons;
- Understanding the experience of mental illness;
- And legal and liability issues.
... Read More
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157 p.
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2001
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Critical Knowledge About 12-Step Programs for Criminal Justice Professionals [Videoconference held August 29, 2001]
By Gornik, Mark.
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
This 3-hour program discusses the strengths and weaknesses of 12-step programs and how they integrate with "what works" in the correctional field. The following topics are addressed: - Enhancing communication and cooperation and supporting the appropriate use of 12-step programs;
- Recognizing the benefits of 12-step programs throughout the criminal justice system;
- Understanding how the mission of 12-step programs complements the goal of corrections;
- Special issues with 12-step progr... Read More
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1 DVD (180 min.)
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2001
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Pensar en un Cambio: Programa Intigrado de Cambio Cognitivo-Conductivo [La Leccion Planea]
By Bush, Jack; Glick, Barry; Taymans, Juliana.
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
El programa, Pensar en un Cambio, tiene como centro, un programa de resolucion de problemas detallada con ambas intervenciones de restructuracion cognitiva y habilidades sociales. El formato del programa se comprende de zz lecciones con una capacidad de extender el programs endefinidamente, dependiendo de la cantidad de habilidades cognitivas [cognitive] ensenadas. Suplementos: fichas, transparencias, folletos, cuadros, y los suplementos para el instructor.... Read More
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347 p. + 1 computer disk; CD-ROM
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2001
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Critical Elements of Successful Aftercare Services
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO); U.S. Dept. of Justice. Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (Washington, DC).
Including preliminary information from the Intensive Aftercare Program Model (IAP) Project, this 30-hour course examines the planning and implementation of an aftercare and transition component in juvenile justice systems. Information is provided about: visualizing successful aftercare; the state of the States -- inventing successful aftercare; the challenge of successful aftercare; the theoretical framework of intensive aftercare; the six stages of successful aftercare; the six stages in pract... Read More
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ca. 175 p.
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2001
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Female Offenders in the Community [Videoconference Held July 18, 2001]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
This video examines the needs, strengths, weaknesses, and risks associated with female offenders. Topics discussed include: - The unique and complex issues surrounding female offenders;
- Barriers that female offenders encounter in the community;
- Techniques and skills for effecting positive change;
- Outside resources to assist in supervision;
- And the challenges and rewards of working with female offenders.... Read More
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1 DVD (162 min.)
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2001
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Addressing Staff Sexual Misconduct with Offenders [Videoconference Held December 12, 2001]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
The development of sound agency practices to address sexual misconduct among staff and offenders is discussed during this 3-hour videoconference. Specific topics covered include:
- The national scope of the problem;
- Law and policy;
- Investigative procedures;
- Clinical manifestations;
- Developing effective staff training;
- And litigation exposure/legal liabilities.
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1 DVD (180 min.)
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2001
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Managing Aging and Terminally Ill Inmates[Videoconference held on September 12, 2001]
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
This program discusses Information regarding current policies and procedures and their impact on aging offenders and offenders with chronic and terminal illnesses. While focusing upon "best practices and interventions," this program discusses: - Differences between the needs of aging and terminally ill inmates;
- Management strategies;
- Internal and external challenges, such as staffing, supervision, treatment standards, compassionate release provisions, housing, and hospice care;
- Sel... Read More
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1 DVD (180 minutes)
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2000
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Investigating Allegations of Staff Sexual Misconduct with Inmates [Lesson Plans]
By McCampbell, Susan W.; Layman, Elizabeth P..
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Center for Innovative Public Policies, Inc. (Tamarac, FL).
A curriculum to address the needs of those who investigate allegations of staff sexual misconduct is presented. The following sections are contained in this manual: defining staff sexual misconduct and an overview of the national scope; legal considerations; institutional culture and staff/inmate dynamics; proactive investigative framework; responding to allegations; and activity booklet and action planning.... Read More
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232 p. + computer disks (5+8); 3 1/2 in.
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2000
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Better Corrections Through Information [Videoconference Held March 15, 2000]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
This videoconference discusses issues regarding the collection, analysis, and use of information to assess an agency's programs, services, and operations and to serve as a base for policymaking. Some topics addressed include: - Selecting areas on which to collect information;
- Assessing department and/or agency needs and developing appropriate responses;
- Managing evaluation resources;
- And developing and defending result-based budgeting.
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1 DVD (165 minutes)
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2000
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Sentencing Women Offenders: A Training Curriculum for Judges [Lesson Plans]
By Cicero, June H.; DeCostanzo, Elaine T..
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
National Association of Women Judges (Washington, DC); National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Intervention effectiveness can be improved by understanding how women respond to sanctions. This 6-hour course addressed sentencing practices in relation to female offenders through the following modules: why focus on women offenders?; the judicial response to the woman offender; who women offenders are; what works, what is in place, and what do programs in the represented jurisdictions offer?; sanctioning the woman offender; what do we have and what do we need?; and wrap-up session and evaluati... Read More
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92 p.
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2000
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Training Services for Juvenile Corrections and Detention Practitioners
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC); U.S. Dept. of Justice. Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (Washington, DC).
Training programs, videoconferences, distance learning, the Regionalization program, and technical assistance available from the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) Academy through an interagency agreement with the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) are described. In addition, general information, application procedures, and forms are provided. ... Read More
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21 p.
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2000
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Application and Use of Restraints in Custody: Reducing the Risk [Videoconference Held April 19, 2000]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
This presentation will increase the user's understanding of the risks associated with the use of restraints, tools to reduce risk, and the proper way to use restraints in custody. Issues discussed include: - Potential problems and concerns with the use of restraints;
- Terminology, physiology, and medical risks associated with the application and use of restraints;
- Planned and unplanned use of force;
- The need for policy development, training, and monitoring;
- Tools to reduce th... Read More
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1 DVD (162 min.)
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2000
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Correctional Strategies in Gang Management [Videoconference Held July 19, 2000]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
This videoconference presents information regarding effective ways to combat gangs, security threat groups (STG), and disruptive groups. Administrators from the following agencies discuss what is working for them in the management of gangs -- Massachusetts Department of Correction, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Connecticut Department of Correction, California Department of Corrections, and the U.S. Federal Bureau of Prisons. Detailed attention is paid to: |
1 DVD (164 min.)
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1999
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Managing Conflict in the Workplace [Satellite/Internet Broadcast on April 7, 1999]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
Among the more difficult challenges existing within personnel management is conflict resolution. This videoconference focuses upon managing conflict in a correctional setting.
The panel of experts presents information on the history of workplace conflict, how to identify potential and actual sources of conflict, strategies for agencies to manage workplace conflict and prevent or reduce litigation, methods for agencies to assess their effectiveness in managing conflict, and resources for furt... Read More
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1 DVD (120 min.)
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1999
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Managing Infectious Diseases in Corrections [Videoconference Held July 8, 1999]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Since the prevalence of infectious diseases is higher among incarcerated populations than in the general public, the content of this videoconference is of vital import for correctional professionals. The program covers: infectious diseases and their implications for corrections management; medical issues related to Hepatitis-B, Hepatitis-C, HIV, and tuberculosis; risk to staff; risk management approaches like education, protection, and post-exposure; how to evaluate an institution's infectious d... Read More
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2 video DVDs (165 min.)
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1999
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Report to the Congress of the United States on the Activities of the Office of Correctional Job Training and Placement During Fiscal Year 1998
National Institute of Corrections. Office of Correctional Job Training and Placement (Washington, DC).
Referring to the activities conducted during the year, this report covers the status of job training and placement programs, federal agency coordination, training, and public information and clearinghouse activities. Training included offender employment specialist training, training through technical assistance, workshops conducted, and planning for a national forum in March 1999. Several publications are listed that feature promising programs for integrating offenders into the workforce.... Read More
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7 p.
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1998
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Staff Victimization
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC); U.S. Dept. of Justice. Office for Victims of Crime (Washington, DC).
Objectives of this 2-hour broadcast held on March 25, 1998 are to create and improve staff victimization policies, procedures, and programs and to identify resources for developing staff victimization programs and prevention strategies. The panel discusses the following topics: - Recognizing and understanding staff victimization,
- Core components of staff victimization,
- Levels of victimization,
- Creating and improving victimization programs, practices and strategies for victim servic... Read More
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1 DVD (120 min.)
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1998
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Gangs, Community and Corrections [Videoconference held June 10, 1998]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
This is a 2-hour forum on gang-related criminal activity in the community and within the correctional environment. Program objectives are to help viewers: identify gangs and deviant groups; create strategies for interagency collaboration; implement strategies for identification and management of gangs; and understand the impact of gangs on the community.
The first half of the program focuses on problems related to gangs in the community. Points addressed include identifying gangs and deviant... Read More
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1 DVD (125 min)
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1998
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Psychopaths: Their Nature and Impact on Corrections [Videoconference held August 5, 1998]
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
This three-hour interactive videoconference addresses both adult and juvenile psychopaths who are incarcerated or under community supervision. It covers the following topics: identification, diagnosis, and classification of psychopathic offenders and detainees; assessing their risk for violence (prediction studies); special considerations with psychopathic sex offenders; costs associated with managing these offenders and detainees; the implications for treatment, management, and release; Hendric... Read More
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1 DVD (180 min.)
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1997
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Competency Profile of Community Resource Liaison
By Wolford, Bruce.
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
This DACUM (Developing a Curriculum) profile was developed for the new area of Community and Restorative Justice. The DACUM technique is based on the premise that expert workers can describe their job better than anyone else, that any job can be described in terms of the tasks that workers in that occupation perform, and that the specific knowledge, skills, attitudes, and tools required for the job can also be described. This profile describes the nature of the job listed as Community Resource L... Read More
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7 p.
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1997
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Competency Profile of Training Administrator
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC); National Institute of Corrections Academy (Longmont, CO).
Developed as a demonstration during the "DACUM Facilitator Training" session, April 15-16, 1997 in Longmont, CO., this profile contains in brief form the competencies expected of a training administrator.... Read More
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3 p.
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1995
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Distance Techniques for Staff Training [Memorandum]
By Conway, Eileen G..
National Institute of Corrections Information Center (Longmont, CO).
This memorandum briefly describes how several correctional agencies are using distance techniques for training staff. These techniques include the utilization of satellite teleconferences and PictureTel technology to provide training for trainers, general staff training, and managerial training.... Read More
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2 p.
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1995
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Building Partnerships: A Systems Approach to Partnerships in Corrections
By Jacobsen, Vic.
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
This document details the lesson plans from a seminar/workshop conducted by the National Institute of Corrections Academy in July 1995. The first part defines "partnerships" and part two focuses on planning and developing partnership.... Read More
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63 p.
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1988
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Cross-Gender Supervision - Denver, CO - August 12-13, 1988 (Draft, participant manual)
National Institute of Corrections National Academy of Corrections (Boulder, CO).
Objectives of this pilot course include: identifying administrative, supervisory, line staff and inmate perspectives on cross-gender supervision; identifying potential barriers to increased cross-gender assignments from other custody staff; identifying inmates' perspective on cross-gender supervision; defining sexual harassment and discrimination; and emphasizing the need for an effective sexual harassment grievance procedure.... Read More
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1984
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Stress: Making The Most of It - A Supervisor's Guide
By Bushnell, Jon L..
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Evaluation/Policy Research Associates, Ltd. (N.P.).
This is a companion piece to a report entitled, "Stress: Making the Most of It - A Personalized Guide For Correctional Staff Describing How Stress Can Be Managed Effectively".... Read More
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86 p.
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1984
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STRESS: MAKING THE MOST OF IT-A PERSONALIZED GUIDE FOR CORRECTIONAL STAFF DESCRIBING HOW STRESS CAN BE MANAGED EFFECTIVELY (DRAFT)
By LINNANE, PATRICK D..
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF CORRECTIONS (WASHINGTON, DC).
EVALUATION/POLICY RESEARCH ASSOCIATES, LTD. (N.P.).
COMPANION PIECE TO A REPORT ENTITLED STRESS: MAKING THE MOST OF IT-A SUPERVISOR'S GUIDE (DRAFT)... Read More
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