Incarceration Courses and Certifications

Introduction to Correctional Sciences

Explore past and present criminal justice practices, analyze punishment alternatives, and examine correctional institutions and contemporary issues.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 26th Aug, 2024
• Paid Course

Intro to the Justice System

Explore the US criminal justice system, its components, challenges, and evolution, focusing on crime measurement, theories, and responses.

• California Community Colleges System
• 13 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 3rd Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

The Aspen Institute

A Hidden Workforce: Prison Labor, Human Rights, and the Legacy of Slavery

Explore the history and current state of prison labor in the US, examining its roots in slavery and its impact on human rights, while discussing potential reforms for more dignified work.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

How to Help an Incarcerated Person - Top Tips from a Former Inmate

Practical tips for supporting incarcerated individuals, addressing isolation, idleness, and indigence. Insights from a former inmate's 28-year experience, emphasizing mindset shifts and fostering success during and after incarceration.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

Exposing the Deadly Health Risks of Incarceration

Uncovers hidden health risks in jails, including "jail attributable death" and "dual loyalty," and explores solutions to bridge the gap between community and correctional healthcare.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Aspen Institute

Criminal Justice Transformation

Insightful dialogue on transforming criminal justice featuring prominent voices in arts, philanthropy, and social justice. Explores innovative approaches to reform and civic engagement.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Cuz: An American Tragedy - Exploring Juvenile Justice Reform

Danielle Allen discusses her memoir, exploring juvenile justice reform, incarceration, and the connection between personal tragedy and America's founding principles.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

The American Man in Crisis

Exploring challenges facing American men: workforce changes, education gaps, opioid crisis, incarceration rates. Experts discuss causes, impacts of modern masculinity, and potential solutions.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Mahindra Humanities Center

Organizing and Abolition: Then and Now - When the Prisoners Ran Walpole 50 Years Later - Session 4

Exploring prison reform, activism, and abolition through the lens of the 1973 Walpole prison takeover. Experts discuss historical events and their relevance to contemporary movements for justice and incarceration reform.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

The Cost of Jail Calls and Commissary Markups - Implementing Racially Equitable Reforms for Incarcerated People

Exploring reforms for equitable jail communication and commissary pricing, featuring insights from policy leaders and advocates on implementing change and building coalitions for justice.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Deep Dive: Rethinking Prison - Education and Reintegration Strategies

Experts discuss prison reform, focusing on education and training for incarcerated individuals to reduce recidivism and promote successful reintegration into society upon release.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Mahindra Humanities Center

Creativity, Art, and Leadership in Prison and Beyond

Exploring the transformative power of art in prisons and beyond, featuring formerly incarcerated artists discussing their experiences and the impact of creative expression on personal and social change.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

The Power of Media Literacy in Prisons

Inspiring talk on transforming lives through access to information in prisons. Explores criminal justice realities and highlights the importance of media literacy for incarcerated individuals' personal growth and rehabilitation.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

What Three People Taught Me About Life After Incarceration

Exploring challenges faced by ex-inmates, including societal barriers and false narratives, while advocating for compassion and support to reduce recidivism and promote successful reintegration.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

Accused and Confused - Why Every Community Needs a Competency Court

Explore how Competency Courts address legal challenges for those unable to comprehend proceedings, fostering community collaboration to solve complex issues and ensure fair treatment in the justice system.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video