The National Institute of Corrections (NIC) reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening partnerships across the corrections ...

Suicide is a threat to all persons involved in corrections. According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, from 2001 to 2019, the number of suicides increased 85% in state prisons, 61% in federal ...

The United States federal prison system was formally established in 1891 with the passage of the Three Prisons Act. This legislation authorized the construction of three federal penitentiaries: United ...

Find NIC Publications and Videos Access the full collection of corrections resources, including publications, videos, audiobooks, and other media. If you are looking for resources on a particular ...

The NIC Library and Information Center specialize in the collection of corrections-related information, resources, and tools, including guides, surveys, assessments, curricula, and videos. The Robert ...

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is widely used in the criminal justice system to reduce recidivism. It helps individuals recognize negative thought patterns and develop skills for positive change.

This is a new curriculum combining the most effective aspects of Working with Women 101 and Safety Matters. This is an in person event for up to 30 people. In this program participants will learn the ...

The National Institute of Corrections offers numerous training options to accommodate participant learning styles, preferences, and work schedules. Training is available both for individuals and ...

Technical assistance (TA) is guidance, support, advice, assessment, and/or customized training that a technical resource provider (TRP) or an NIC staff member provides to federal, tribal, state, or ...

People with mental health issues increasingly receive care provided by correctional agencies. In addition, correctional officers operate in a high-stress environment characterized by constant ...

"The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 ...

Which Type of Help Do You Need? NIC is happy to help you with our NIC Learn Center needs, we have a dedicated Learn Center support team who can be reached using the following methods: This is not tech ...