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- In Western Australia most prisoners work in commercial or domestic
jobs while in prison. About half of all prisoners study to
complete basic adult education, schooling, short courses or full
qualifications
in vocational education and training (VET) or higher education—including
postgraduate study. Most of those who study work as well. Some
study but do not work, and a handful do not study or work.
- The differences in work and study patterns result from choices
made by prisoners within the constraints of their individual
prisoner management plans, prison jobs and course availability,
and with regard to their previous work and study backgrounds.
As much as possible, programs are tailored to individual needs.
- Prisoners undertaking VET courses expect better labour market
futures (such as work, more enjoyable work and more money) than
those who are undertaking non-vocational education courses or
work only. Some new projects utilising New Apprenticeships are
seen to be agents for change. Prison work on its own, even that
involving commercial endeavours, is not seen by prisoners as
being an entry to a career outside prison.
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