UNC and the prison work together to provide the Econo-College program which helps to enroll qualified inmates from all over the state in UNC correspondence courses. It also assists Orange inmates in placement at local universities through the study release program. Piedmont Community College works with the prison to provide vocational classes in cooking and light construction. Classes for adult education and preparation for the GED tests are available. Inmates may also take a course on substance abuse.
Inmates work in a number of jobs.
They may be assigned to Department of Transportation road crews or work under contract for local government agencies. Inmates may also be assigned to maintenance or kitchen duties. Inmates nearing parole may participate in work release, leaving the prison for the part of the day to work for a business in the community. Inmates may participate in substance abuse treatment programs. The prison also has a horticulture program that teaches inmates landscaping and nursery skills.