Corrections_Today_May_June_2021_Vol.83_No.3

Professional Development

Professional Development Update

Looking for ways to further or sharpen your knowledge in the corrections field? Look no further than ACA’s E-Learning Program!

By Cindy Gomez and Ryan Smith

A CA’s E-Learning program offers the perfect opportunity for professionals looking to earn continuing education opportuni- ties and cultivate their skills within the field of corrections. The inter - active platform offers a multitude of packages, as well as individual courses — from supervision to juvenile corrections, you are encour- aged to explore the course catalog and access the affordable courses for individuals and agencies. The E-Learning platform current- ly offers 5 unique course packages, encompassing 37 individual courses. The content found within each individual course is pertinent to the specified subject and is presented as a series of topics to review. The course information is based on exemplary correctional practices developed by subject matter experts and correctional practitioners. Each

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course has a specific training time frame to develop the skillset for an individual to be successful within the organization. The courses have built in exercises for student to gain practical knowledge and test the knowledge presented. Each course

includes a comprehensive exami- nation that an individual needs a passing score of at least 70 percent to pass the course and receive a certificate. The E-learning program provides cost-effective, flexible options!

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