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The programs unit develops programs together with local community volunteer organizations to help current incarcerated inmates make better decisions by preparing for their release back into the community. Many programs also assist inmates in providing the necessary education/skills to gain and keep employment. Inmates are encouraged to stay active in their recovery in order to become healthy productive citizens. Inmates will write a request for consideration to be enrolled and upon approval from classification will receive a notice to attend of course dates and times to attend.
GED Prep, GED Testing, Juvenile Education, HIV Education & Testing, North American Learning Institute (NALI) – Court Ordered Classes
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Anger Management, Basic Finance, Dignity for Men/Women, Life Skills for Women, Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Parenting & Decision Making, Inmate Mental Health, Saving American Veterans Everyday (SAVE), Redirect Educate Achieve Challenge Heal (REACH), Toastmasters (communication and leadership skills)
These programs are designed for inmates to give them the skills to gain and keep employment hence deterring them away from crime keeping our communities safe. These programs give inmates a practical skill, which will lead to certification. All of our vocational programs are available to both male and female inmates.
Barber Licensing, Digital Garment Printing Program, Floor & Sanitation, Maintenance of Traffic – Basic Flagger Course, Paws & Stripes Canine Training, Project Hope, ServSafe Manager Certification, Sewing Vocational Program, Sheriff’s Farm Programs, OSHA 30 Training
