These free courses allow participants to work independently, without a classroom or dedicated facilitator. Staff or family members may print, mail, or distribute the materials, and participants may begin at any time. No registration, login, or email address is required.
Self-directed participation does not qualify for First Step Act time credits.
Recommended Starting Course
We recommend the Playbook as the starting point because it is easy to distribute and designed for independent use. Participants may begin at any time without a classroom, facilitator, or registration.
The Playbook helps participants think strategically, use time intentionally, and prepare for better outcomes. Through guided lessons and written exercises, participants build accountability, document progress, and develop a practical plan for success.
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Choose any course below. Participants may complete one course or several, in any order.
The Straight-A Guide helps participants identify values, set meaningful goals, and align daily decisions with long-term objectives. Guided lessons and written exercises encourage accountability, self-awareness, and consistent action.
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The Profiles course helps participants document their goals, progress, and preparation for release. Through guided writing exercises, participants create a record of accountability, personal growth, and self-directed learning.
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The Prison Presentation introduces participants to practical strategies for personal accountability, productive use of time, and preparation for release. The video and accompanying materials may be used independently or shared with a group.
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We'll mail printed workbooks directly to correctional facilities at no cost.
