Course Code: REL-PSC-0-ECAC
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029
Learning Objectives:
Recall ways a person’s culture may affect their custody or the correctional environment.
List actions officers can take to improve supervising inmates with cultural humility.
Outline:
Section 1: Impact of Culture in Custody
Introduction
Switching Perspective From a Bird's Eye View
Cultural Humility
Culture and Custody
Trauma
Relationships
Schedules and Holidays
Interactions
Programming and Discipline
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Supervise With Cultural Humility
Actions to Improve Supervision With Cultural Humility
Manage Bias
Educate Yourself
Knowledge Check
Use Trauma-Informed Strategies
Improve Cross-Cultural Communication Skills
Consider Accommodations
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resource
References
Writer: Kimberly Cobb, MS
Mrs. Cobb is a Lead SME Writer/Trainer at Relias. Her primary writing responsibilities are in the content areas of public safety and behavioral health. Mrs. Cobb is also the onboarding trainer for new staff joining the Relias Content Department. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Correctional and Juvenile Justice Studies and a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice. She has over 25 years of experience working in criminal and juvenile justice. Her work includes direct service, research, publication development, and training and technical assistance development and delivery.
Subject Matter Expert: Shawn Laughlin
Shawn is the Commander of the Broomfield Detention Center; A 224-bed City/County Detention Facility. He serves on the AJA Board of Directors as the Immediate Past President. He has presented at AJA & NCCHC and has worked in corrections for 30 years in all areas of Corrections. He is a recognized expert in both state and federal courts regarding correctional operations. Additionally, he has been an instructor for the County Sheriffs of Colorado for 15 years in all aspects of jail operations and serves as an S.M.E. for curriculum development. He is the past Secretary of the Colorado Jail Association. Shawn holds an Executive Certificate in PhD studies from Liberty University and an M.A. degree in Criminal Justice Administration from the University of Colorado and has been a Certified Jail Manager since 2005. He is a graduate of the National Jail Leadership Command Academy #3. His innovative programs and partnerships have been recognized by the State of Colorado and DOJ as models for other facilities.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Public Safety Personnel; in the following settings: Public Safety Agencies.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.