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CalPIA and CDCR describe job training, apprenticeships and pre-release hiring tools tied to lower returns to custody
Summary
CalPIA, CDCR education officials and reentry groups detailed industry‑recognized career training in prisons, apprenticeship pipelines and an entry-to-employment tool; UC Irvine analysis and program participants cited lower return-to-custody rates among program graduates.
CalPIA (California Prison Industry Authority), CDCR correctional education officials and reentry advocates told the Senate budget subcommittee about job training, apprenticeship pipelines and pre‑release employment tools they say increase successful reentry and reduce returns to custody.
Genevieve Candelaria, superintendent of correctional education in CDCR’s Division of Rehabilitative Programs, described career technical education (CTE) offerings and partnerships with CalPIA, California Community Colleges and other agencies. Candelaria said CDCR reported nearly 4,700 industry certifications in fiscal year 2023–24 and…
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