Participants experience the housing unit curriculum as trainees, are trained in curriculum materials and delivery methods, and present the curriculum to demonstrate proficiency. They are given all the materials needed to provide specialized training to line staff in working face-to-face with inmates in a direct-supervision setting.

Audience

Two-person teams from jurisdictions preparing to occupy a new directsupervision jail or currently operating a direct-supervision jail may apply. Both team members must be assigned to train their jail’s staff in housing unit management. Both team members must have experience working in inmate housing units and support the direct-supervision approach to inmate management. At least one team member must have experience as a trainer, conducting lectures, and facilitating group discussions and activities.