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Frequently Asked Questions

Sources of information Frequently Asked Questions What's New Feedback		Lesson Plans/Training
			How do I order a lesson plan?
			How do I reserve a classroom for training?
		Training Coordinators
			What is the role of the Training Coordinator? How do I get a copy of the Training Coordinators Manual?
			What are the responsibilities of the FTC/CTI in managing trainees with disabilities who may or may not need reasonable accommodations?
		Certified Instructors
			What are the qualifications to become a DOC Certified Criminal Justice Instructor?
			What courses can be taught for re-certification?
			What are the standard forms needed to become a DOC Certified Criminal Justice Instructor and how do you complete them properly?

How do I order a lesson plan?

You may call the OSDT Apex Office at (919) 367-7100 or fill out an E-Mail form.

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How do I reserve a classroom for training?

Contact the Regional Training center by phone or fax a completed OSDT Usage Contract to the Regional Training Manager.

For classroom reservations at the OSDT - Central Region Office please fill out the Usage Contract and send to Vivian Gainey at (919) 367-7180.

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What is the role of the training coordinator? How does the FTC/CTI interact with OSDT, Facility Heads, Judicial Managers and other agencies for required training? What are the conditions of employment as it relates to training mandated by DOC and Criminal Justice Standards? How can I get a copy of the Training Coordinators Manual.

Field Training Coordinators (FTC) and Correctional Training Instructors (CTI) in a variety of ways have served as catalysts for aiding DOC staff in receiving training essential to career growth and development.

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What are the responsibilities of the Field Training Coordinator/Correctional Training Instructor in managing trainees with disabilities who may or may not need reasonable accommodations?

Qualified applicants who require or request a reasonable accommodation for the mandated training must make that request on the “Request for Reasonable Accommodation” Form (DC-730T) prior to the final offer of employment. The Department of Correction School Director will consider the request within the normal guidelines of the Department of Correction Personnel Manual (Section, pages 100-103). Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be shared with the Managers and the applicant to ensure the applicant's continued consideration for employment.

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What are the qualifications to become a DOC Certified Criminal Justice Instructor?

Applicant should demonstrate a combination of education and experience in criminal justice and proficiency in the instructional process to the satisfaction of the commission.

Refer to C.J. Administrative Code .0303 Title 12 Chapter 9 for general Instructor Certification, .0304 for specific instructor certification and .0305 terms and conditions of specific instructor certification.

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What courses can be taught for re-certification?

Any course that is recognized by the NC Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission. Generally, these are Basic Training Courses, Instructor Courses, and 800 or 900 series In-Service Courses.

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What are the standard forms needed to become an instructor and how do you complete them properly?

Applicant completes Form F-12 and attaches documentation of highest level of education and copy of certificate from General Instructor Training Course.

Instructor must instruct an 8 hour block of instruction within the certification period - 12 months for probationary and 24 months for general and specific. An on-site evaluation must be completed by an instructor certified in the area of instruction. The evaluator completes an F-16 C.J. Instructor Evaluation Form. An instructor must have an overall rating of 3 - Average.

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