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What You Can Expect
In this program you will gain advanced knowledge of mental health and criminal justice to:
- Provide more effective and humane care
- Advocate for improvements in practice and policy
- Contribute to safer correctional and community environments
- Use the specialty tools needed to understand and navigate the wide range of mental health and rehabilitative needs within correctional settings
Presented By

Nichola Tyler PhD
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Virginia Barber-Rioja PhD
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Ashley Batastini PhD
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Virginia Barber-Rioja PhD
Correctional Mental Health Certificate Curriculum
Foundational Trainings
Specialized Trainings
You Will Learn To:
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Define correctional mental health and related terminology within the criminal justice system
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Explore evidence-based approaches for managing mental health in correctional environments
3
Analyze the factors that impact mental health outcomes in correctional settings
4
Identify common disparities affecting incarcerated individuals with mental health conditions
5
Understand the impact of trauma, institutional environments, and systemic factors on correctional mental health
6
Describe current research and best practices in correctional mental health care
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Describe appropriate psychopharmacological treatments and understand their risks and benefits in correctional settin
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Understand gender-responsive and gender-affirming care for women, transgender, and gender-diverse individuals in the justice system
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Support individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities through effective interventions and ethical considerations
Let Our Team Build the Right Training for Your Organization
Meet 1:1 with Dan, Mel or Patty so they can hear your unique workplace training needs. Tell us about your organization and your staff–and what you need to deliver on your goals and elevate your team. In partnership with our product team and presenters we will customize a training program to deliver the skills and knowledge you need–on your budget and timeline.

We Train Organizations of all Sizes




Hear from Program Participants
"“Light at the End”"
“There is light at the end of the tunnel for correctional psychology.”
"“Cohesive Information”"
“I appreciated the inclusion of cultural considerations. Additionally, the knowledge from both a clinician and researcher provided more cohesive information.”
"“Love the discussion”"
“Loved the discussion about the RNR model. Great balance of clinical work as well as research in this domain of psychology."
Frequently Asked Questions
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Key Topics in Correctional Mental Health
This eBook examines the complexities of correctional mental health through lived experiences, from the trauma of confinement triggering PTSD and depression to the systemic barriers former incarcerated persons face in seeking care after release.