These programs are designed to meet state minimum program standards, while being adapted to serve unique populations. Services are delivered through 48 programs in 9 institutions at the Department of Youth Services, and 83 programs in 31 institutions at the Department of Rehabilitation and Correction.
Technical assistance is provided to both agencies through a state consultant and a teacher educator.
In addition to traditional vocational programming, the Ohio Department of Youth Services operates one Vocational Evaluation Laboratory and a Vocational Transition Program that provides vocational assessment, career information, and transition services designed to facilitate appropriate vocational program selection, with career guidance and successful community reintegration. The Vocational Evaluation program served 162 incoming students as part of a multi-phase assessment program recently enacted at a new, nationally recognized youth reception center. Vocational Education programs provided a viable alternative to crime to 2104 youthful offenders in FY96. In the adult system, the lack of space and available funds are perennial challenges. Despite these obstacles, several new programs have been established.