NCJ Number
136157
Date Published
1991
Length
15 pages
Annotation
The final test is presented for a correspondence course devised by the American Correctional Association to help correctional managers and supervisors motivate staff to be productive. Course topics range from pinpointing behavior and analyzing poor performance to using positive reinforcement and getting rid of undesirable behavior.
Abstract
The first took of the course examines the impact of attitudes on motivation, pinpointing behavior, and using goals to motivate staff. The second book looks at recordkeeping, the analysis of poor performance, and the conduct of coaching interviews. The third book covers using positive reinforcement, giving recognition, getting rid of undesirable behavior, and disciplining staff. In covering all these areas, the final test includes 50 multiple choice questions worth 2 points each, for a possible total of 100 points. The correctional manager must score at least 80 percent to qualify for a certificate of completion and receive 40 hours of inservice training credit. The self-instructional format of the course enables correctional managers to study during their free time and work at their own pace.