Post-secondary programs are provided through contracts with colleges and universities serving the geographic areas where units are located. Inmates wishing to participate in these post-secondary programs must meet the criteria for admission of each college or university. The TDCJ has criteria that must also be met, and inmates must receive security and classification clearance before entry into the programs. *Check with individual TDCJ Unit* for what courses are offered at that Unit. Listed below are the courses offered to Male and Female Inmates.
Courses offered to Male Inmates
Associates Degree Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management Associates of Applied Science Degree
Vocational Certificates Only *No academic classes (6 to 8-month program)
☐Auto Body☐Automotive Technology☐A/C&Refrigeration (HVAC) Barbering☐CabinetMaking☐Computer☐Technology☐Construction☐Carpentry☐Construction Technology ☐Culinary Arts☐Data Processing ☐Diesel Mechanics ☐Electrical Technology ☐Electronics ☐Horticulture ☐Industrial Design (Drafting) ☐Mechanical Engineering Technology ☐Paralegal☐Petroleum Technology ☐Substance Abuse Counseling ☐Truck Driving (CDL) *Outside Trusty/G1 custody only* ☐Welding
Courses offered to Female Inmates
Associates Degree * General Studies
Bachelor’s Degree ☐ Bachelor of Science in Sociology (BSS)
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management
Vocational Certificates Only *No academic classes (6 to 8-month program).
Culinary Arts ☐ Hospitality Management ☐ Horticulture ☐ Manufacturing (Production Technician) ☐ Office Administration ☐ Logistics Welding ☐ Paralegal