; (2) be a nationwide repository for research, policies, and best practices in correctional education; and (3) offer training and technical assistance for State prison systems. (b) Establishment of the Office of Federal Correctional Education The Director shall establish within the Bureau of Prisons an Office of Federal Correctional Education, which shall be headed by an Assistant Director for Correctional Education appointed by the Director. (c) Functions of the Office of Federal Correctional Education The Office of Federal Correctional Education required to be established under this section shall ensure the provision of educational services for criminal offenders in all Federal penal and correctional institutions, including programs such as adult literacy, basic skills development, education toward a regular high school diploma (as defined in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 7801 )) or its recognized equivalent, postsecondary education, workforce readiness, apprenticeships, career and technical education, and expanded opportunities for individuals with learning disabilities, including by— (1) implementing the Federal Correctional Education Program under section 4143; (2) coordinating and standardizing quality, evidence-based, and effective education programs and services across all Federal penal and correctional institutions; (3) coordinating relevant Federal agencies in providing quality educational services; (4) coordinating with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to identify and provide information to incarcerated veterans regarding potential eligibility for educational assistance under laws administered by the Secretary, including educational assistance under chapters 30 and 33 of title 38, United States Code; (5) issuing reports on correctional education best practices; (6) providing training and technical assistance for State prison systems