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September 2000

National Institute of Corrections
NIC is a small agency within the U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, that provides assistance to federal, state, and local corrections agencies working with adult offenders. NIC also provides leadership to influence correctional policies, practices, and operations nationwide in areas of emerging interest and concern to correctional executives and practitioners as well as public policymakers. Browse this site for information on prisons and prison issues.

Correctional Education Association
Find out about this nonprofit professional association serving educators and administrators who provide services to students in correctional settings. Read about their programs, membership, and publications.

U.S. Department of Correctional Education
Read about funding opportunities, federal resources, demonstration projects, and current research.

Accreditation by American Correctional Association
Check out the ACA Standards & Accreditation Online Resource Center.