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| Pennsylvania Parole Board Announces Training Program to Change Offender Behavior |
| By gantdaily.com |
| Published: 06/11/2013 |
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HARRISBURG – Chairman of the Board of Probation and Parole Michael C. Potteiger has announced the beginning of a week-long national training program for agents to learn skills that can change offender behavior. “We know that behavior change is necessary and has been proven effective in reducing recidivism,” Potteiger said. “As part of Governor Corbett’s ongoing efforts to enhance public safety, Pennsylvania is pleased to host this training and we welcome our partners from other government agencies, other states and the community.” Since 2008, parole agents have been delivering the National Curriculum and Training Institute’s (NCTI) cognitive life skills program to parolees in its district offices. A study of the program by the Board found a 14 percent, one-year recidivism rate for participants, which is lower than its overall one-year recidivism rate of 20 percent. Read More. |
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