High School & GED

South Park Academy, operated by the Jordan School District, provides educational opportunities for offenders. Offenders are screened and tested when they first enter prison to determine their individual educational needs. They are mapped into the appropriate educational tracks where they can make the most educational gains and increase their skills during their incarceration.

Literacy

The Literacy program provides offenders with an opportunity to improve reading skills, reading comprehension and math skills. Literacy is defined as scores on state-approved literacy assessment tests that are below the ninth grade levels in math, reading, and/or language areas, or lacking a high school diploma. Grade level completion correlates with recidivism reduction statistics. South Park Academy's instructors monitor the Inmate-to-Inmate Tutoring Program. This tutoring program is designed to help both the student offender and the tutor offender. The student is able to make educational level gains, while tutors learn about positive self-satisfaction and the benefits that come by helping others and contributing to the success of others. Once offenders achieves the necessary level gains, they are moved into an educational track.

GED

Offenders who do not have enough time to earn a high school diploma while incarcerated are encouraged to participate in the GED program. Offenders are tested on a regular basis and their progress is tracked. Receiving a GED qualifies as credits toward earning a high school diploma.

High School

South Park Academy uses an "open enrollment" and offenders may enter the school program at any time. Students work specifically on the credits they need to earn their high school diploma. GED and life skill classes taken by offender while incarcerated helps them earn some of the high school credits needed for graduation.

Registration Information

For more information on the programs listed above and registration requirements, write or call South Park Academy.

• South Park Academy, Oquirrh Office: 576-7275
• South Park Academy, Promontory Office: 576-8252
• South Park Academy, Timpanogos Office: 576-7978
• South Park Academy, Uinta Office: 576-7319
• South Park Academy, Wasatch Office: 576-7067

SALT LAKE COMMUNITY COLLEGE VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL PROGRAMS

Courses for Men

• Architectural Technology / CAD
  This two-year program culminates with the student receiving an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Architectural Technology/Construction Management Specialization. The AT program is geared to assist students who are interested in preparing for careers in the architectural profession as design and drafting technicians. This course teaches the basics of design and presentation techniques, drafting of construction details and detailed two-dimensional working drawings for building construction, as well as the preparation of three-dimensional drawings for use as a presentation tool. Students also receive training on construction methods, mechanical, electrical and structural systems, cost estimating, specification writing, business management and correspondence, state and local building codes and zoning restrictions.
• Engineering Design Drafting / CAD
  This one-year certificate program provides the student with entry-level industry skills in mechanical drafting and computer-assisted drafting (CAD). Engineering design/drafting is a profession that encompasses a variety of engineering disciplines that are always in high demand. Design drafters are needed in the mechanical, structural, industrial, electronics, civil, piping, manufacturing, and aerospace fields. The drafter/designer is an integral part of any design team, developing presentation designs and drawings for production. Since all fields of engineering use computer software, there is a strong emphasis on the in-depth use and customization of AutoCAD and other design software. The entry-level drafter works with designers and engineers to create detail drawings from concept sketches and design layouts for fabrication and presentation. The designer produces layouts, assemblies, designs, and production drawings according to the specifications and design criteria of the industry.
• Electronics Technology
  This one-year certification program is designed to give the student a basic understanding of electronic principals and applications and to prepare for an entry-level position in the electronics industry. Included are basic skills in diagnostics, troubleshooting and repair. Classes provided include DC/AC Basic Electronics, Electronics Math, Linear Circuits, Computer Applications, Technical Basic, Digital Circuits, Electronic Assembly Skills and Surface Mount Technology.

Courses for Men and Women

• Automotive Technology
  The four-semester automotive technician program is designed to train students in both domestic and imported vehicle mechanics and repairs. It prepares students to enter into the job market as technicians skilled in all facets of automotive repair. The field of Automotive Technology is on the cutting edge in many areas of technology development. Electronic engine controls, road-sensing, suspensions and on-board computers that control various sub-systems are just a few of the advances that make today's automobiles much more sophisticated than those of previous generations. New technology demands highly trained, customer-oriented technicians to perform detailed analysis and repair functions in the service garage. This field provides an opportunity for long-term employment security. Training is provided in Electrical/Electronics Systems, Engine Performance & Drivability, Emission Controls, and Diagnostics & Review
• Building Construction/ Construction Management
  This two-year diploma program teaches the fundamentals of building construction and construction management techniques. Specialization degrees are available in Framing, Cabinetwork and Construction Management. In the first year, students will receive an overview of the construction industry with instruction in blueprint reading, basic residential and commercial construction methods (including concrete theory), construction site and tool safety, construction math and basic communication skills. During the second year, the student will select a specialization in one or two areas such as construction management (including computer estimating, codes & zoning, business management practices), Framing or Cabinetwork. Upon completion of the basic course, students can earn additional certification in each of the areas of specialization offered in this program.
• Culinary Arts
  The Culinary Arts program teaches the same program offered at SLCC's Redwood campus. In today's world, a chef does more than cook. Being a chef entails writing menus, controlling costs, training workers, and holding your own in the face of competition. Some of the classes offered are: sanitation, food and beverage service, math, marketing, nutrition, and baking. A co-op class is offered where college credit is earned for working in the prison culinary. There are businesses that provide good jobs that are willing to hire someone who was once in prison. If released before completing the program, the student can attend classes at the Redwood campus and finish their studies there. Class credits are transferable to other culinary programs around the country.

Courses for Women

• Graphic Arts
  In the electronic publishing certificate, students learn the skills to enter a career in the graphic communication industry (printing). Students learn six standard software programs used in this industry: Quark Xpress, Adobe Page Maker, Illustrator, In Design, Photoshop, & Macromedia Freehand. Principles of graphic design, electronic layout, graphics production & manipulation, scanning, editing of text and photographs will be learned. Students also learn basic printing techniques & procedures to help in designing and preparing materials to be printed. The latest software and computer hardware is available for use in the computer lab. All courses can be applied to an AAS degree in Design Specialization.

Registration Information

For more information on the programs listed above and registration requirements, write the Salt Lake Community College Draper Site Office at the Timpanogos facility or call them at 576- 7975.

Central Utah Academy of the South Sanpete School District provides educational opportunities for offenders housed at CUCF. Each offender is screened and tested upon entering the prison to determine his individual educational needs. He is mapped into the appropriate educational tracks where he can make the most educational gains and increase his skills during incarceration.

• Literacy
• G.E.D.
• High School

SNOW COLLEGE

• A.A.; A.S.; A.S.S. degree programs Certificated Skills Programs
• General Education
• CAD Programs
• Building Trades

Music Education

• Guitar (Beginning, Intermediate & Advanced)
• Music Theory
• Organ Class
• Piano (Levels I, II & III)
• Vocal Performance Class
• Show Choir

Elective Classes -- High School Credit

• C.D.L. Prep
• Entrepreneur Smart Start Course
• First Aid