Title: Can You Get a Degree In Prison? - Prison Insight
Headings: Can You Get a Degree In Prison?
Can You Get a Degree In Prison?
Can you get a degree in prison?
What are the education opportunities available in prison?
The value of prison education
About the Author Natalie

Content: Other free education options behind bars include numerous vocational programs that help an inmate acquire skills they can use to get a job when they are released. There a ton of different vocational programs in prison, but it depends on which facility the inmate is locked up in. Where I was incarcerated, some of the vocational options were cosmetology, building trades, and horticulture. There are also classes inmates can take that help them with things like parenting skills, financial planning, putting together a resume, and mental health. The value of prison education
The value of an inmate getting an education while in prison can’t be underestimated. Prison education has been proven to reduce criminal recidivism and improve economic opportunities for individuals serving prison sentences, as well as former inmates transitioning into civilian life. Unfortunately, access to opportunities for education in prison are very limited, especially for inmates with college degrees. When inmates are released from prison, they have trouble furthering their education because of limited access to student financial aid. Even though inmates have a number of limitations and obstacles, those who find ways to receive an education and earn a diploma or degree can dramatically improve their future prospects. Should inmates be forced to go to school while they are behind bars if they don’t have a high school diploma or GED?