Prison Life - Education
Educational opportunities exist in all Washington state prisons and work release facilities. As men and women go through orientation, assessments are administered to test each person's educational level.
Who provides the services?
Educational services are contracted through the State Board of Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC). Coursework includes:
- Basic Education (GED) (Grades 9-12)
- Vocational Skills Classes
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
How do inmates enroll in educational programs?
The enrollment process begins as each person goes through orientation. After they are tested, a plan is developed to help them pursue their educational goals. The Classification Counselor plays a key role in making this happen. Counselors helps guide this process and ensures programming is followed.
How much do the programs cost?
Most programs are available to inmates at no cost, though vocational programs may have fees associated and correspondence courses are available at cost. These questions can be answered by the inmate's Classification Counselor.
What programs are available and where?
Ahtanum View Work Release
- Basic Skills
Airway Heights Corrections Center
- Basic Skills
- Vocational Programs
- Electronics Technician
- Homebuilders Carpentry
- Information Technology Certificate
- Interactive Media
- Upholstery
Cedar Creek Corrections Center
- Basic Skills
- Vocational Programs
- Building Maintenance
- Information Technology Certificate
- Modern Drywall
- Roofing and Siding
Clallam Bay Corrections Center
- Basic Skills
- Vocational Programs
- Building Maintenance
- Electronic Systems Technology
- Information Technology Certificate
Coyote Ridge Corrections Center
- Basic Skills
- Vocational Programs
- Building Maintenance
- Information Technology Certificate
Larch Corrections Center
- Basic Skills
- Vocational Programs
- Information Technology Certificate
Mission Creek Corrections Center for Women
- Basic Skills
- Vocational Programs
- Information Technology Certificate
Monroe Correctional Complex
- Basic Skills
- Vocational Programs
- Computer Services Technology
- Construction Trades
- Graphic Arts
- Information Technology Certificate
- Computer Application Specialist
- Interactive Media
Olympic Corrections Center
- Basic Skills
- Vocational Programs
- Building Maintenance
- Information Technology Certificate
Stafford Creek Corrections Center
- Basic Skills
- Vocational Programs
- Building Maintenance
- Information Technology Certificate
- Welding Technology
Washington Corrections Center
- Basic Skills
- Vocational Programs
- Information Technology Certificate
Washington Corrections Center for Women
- Basic Skills
- Vocational Programs
- Cosmetology
- Horticulture
- Human Services
- Information Technology Certificate
- Technical Design
- Trades Related Apprenticeship Coaching (TRAC)
Washington State Penitentiary
- Basic Skills
- Vocational Programs
- Auto Body Technology
- Barbering/Hairstyling
- Basic Bookkeeping
- Building Maintenance
- Carpentry
- Computer Applications Specialist
- Information Technology Certificate
- Welding Technology
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Co (HVAC)
If you have further questions contact Educational Director Mike Paris at (360) 725-8689 or refer to the fact sheet for additional information.