The California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) developed the Inmate Employability Program (IEP) in 2001 to enhance the ability of CALPIA participants to obtain
meaningful jobs upon release, thus reducing recidivism and contributing to safer communities. CALPIA requires factory supervisors to prepare and evaluate job
skills, experience, education, and work habits acquired by participants assigned to enterprises.
CALPIA work assignments allow participants the chance to obtain
and apply the skills and experience in a real work environment. CALPIA participants also develop a valuable work portfolio that can be used by the parolee, parole
agents, and employment specialists for job preparation and placement.
Program Benefits
CALPIA Participants
- Opportunity to acquire job skills and accredited certifications recognized by private industry
- Goal-oriented work that develops self-esteem and confidence
- Help with skill assessment and transitional services
Transition to Employment Program
Purpose: To assist in facilitating CALPIA offender workers' successful re-entry back into the community.
- The Transition to Employment Program assists offenders in obtaining required documents
for employment and provides transitional services needed to find employment upon parole.
- This program assists offenders by arranging DMV appointments to help them obtain a
California driver’s license or identification card, connects them with the Social Security
Administration for birth certificate information, and assists offenders in utilizing the
California One-Stop Career Center services. The Community Resource Directory is also
available to connect offenders with necessary service providers in their area to help them
on the path to successful reentry.
Accredited Certification Programs
American Board of Opticianry
- Optician
American Institute of Baking
Type: Science of Baking
- Foundations
- Ingredient Technician
- Bread/Rolls
- Cake/Sweet Goods
Automotive Service Excellence
- Medium/Heavy Truck: Gasoline Engines
- Medium/Heavy Truck: Diesel Engines
- Medium/Heavy Truck: Drive Train
- Medium/Heavy Truck: Brakes
- Medium/Heavy Truck: Suspension/Steering
- Medium/Heavy Truck: HVAC
- Medium/Heavy Truck: PMI
- Special: Exhaust Systems
American Welding Society
Type: Mig
- GMAW-1
Type: Tig
- GTAW-1
- GTAW-2
- GTAW-3
Association for Linen Management
- Certified Linen Technician
- Certified Washroom Technician
- Certified Laundry Linen Manager
CA Department of Food & Agriculture
- Artificial Insemination License
- Pasteurizer License
- Sampler/Weigher License
Electronics Technicians Association
- Customer Service Specialist (CSS)
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- Journeyman (Industrial)
Federal Emergency Management Agency
- Decision Making
- Effective Communication
- Hazardous Materials
Library of Congress - Braille
- Literary Transcribing (Level I)
- Literary Proofreading (Level II)
- Mathematics Transcribing (Level III)
- Mathematics Proofreading (Level IV)
- Music Transcribing (Level V)
National Institute of Metalworking Skills
- Machining, Level I
- Metal Forming, Level I
- Metal Stamping, Level II
National Restaurant Association
- ServSafe Essentials
- ServSafe Employee Guide
North American Technician Excellence Installation and Service
- A/C
- Air Dist.
- Heat Pumps
- Gas Heat
- Oil Heat
Overton – Forklift Operator
- Warehouse/Pallet Jack Forklift
- Construction Forklift
Printing Industries of America
- Sheetfed Offset Press
- Web Offset Press
- Bindery
- PrePress
Productivity Training Corporation
- Dental Technician
Stiles Machinery Inc.
- Intermediate Weeke Machining
TPC Training Systems
Fundamentals/Core Competencies
- 101 Reading Blueprints
- 102 Reading Schematics and Symbols
- 103 Mathematics in the Plant
- 104 Making Measurements
- 105 Metals in the Plant
- 106 Non-Metals in the Plant
- 107 Hand Tools
- 108 Portable Power Tools
- 109.1 Industrial Safety and Health
- 110 Troubleshooting Skills
TPC Training Systems Electrical Systems
- 201 Basic Electricity and Electronics
- 202 Batteries and DC Circuits
- 203 Transformers and AC Circuits
- 204.1 Electrical Measuring Instruments
- 205.1 Electrical Safety and Protection
- 206 DC Equipment and Controls
- 207 Single Phase Motors
- 208 Three Phase Systems
- 209 AC Control Equipment
- 210 Electrical Troubleshooting
- 211 Electrical Safety – Understanding NFPA 70E
TPC Training Systems Mechanical Systems
- 310 Basic Mechanics
- 302 Lubricants and Lubrication
- 303.1 Power Transmission Equipment
- 304 Bearings
- 305 Pumps
- 306 Piping Systems
- 307 Basic Hydraulics
- 308 Hydraulic Troubleshooting
- 309 Basic Pneumatics
- 310 Pneumatic Troubleshooting
TPC Training Systems Machine Shop Practices
- 315 Machine Shop Practice
- 316 Machine Shop Turning Operations
- 317 Machine Shop Shaping Operations
- 323 Machine Shop Job Analysis
- 324 Lathe-Turning Work Between Centers
- 325 Lathe-Machining Work in a Chuck
- 326 Basic Milling Practices
- 327 Indexed Milling Procedures
- 328 Multiple-Machine Procedures
TPC Training Systems Mechanical Maintenance
- 341 Mechanical Drive Maintenance
- 342 Mechanical and Fluid Drive Systems
- 343 Bearing and Shaft Seal Maintenance
- 344 Pump Installation and Maintenance
- 345 Maintenance Pipefitting
- 346 Tubing and Hose System Maintenance
- 347 Valve Maintenance/Piping Sys Protection
TPC Training Systems Building and Grounds
- 361 Introduction to Carpentry
- 362 Constructing the Building Shell
- 363 Finishing the Building Interior
- 364 Structural Painting
- 366 Flat Roof Maintenance
- 367 Plumbing Systems Maintenance
- 375 Landscaping Maintenance
TPC Training Systems Welding
- 416 Blueprint Reading for Welders
- 417 Welding Principles
- 418 Oxyfuel Operations
- 419 Arc Welding Operations
TPC Training Systems Custodial Maintenance
- 451 Cleaning Chemicals
- 452 Floors and Floor Care Equipment
- 453 Maintaining Floors/Other Surfaces
- 454 Rest Room Care
- 455 Carpet and Upholstery Care
