Australia's national VET data custodian

Vocational education and training for adult prisoners and offenders in Australia: Research readings

By
Susan Dawe
Type
Research summary
Published
15 October 2007
ISBN
ISBN 978 1 921170 87 4

Description

This book of research readings provides clear evidence that adult prisoners and offenders who participate in vocational education and training (VET) during their sentence are less likely to re-offend. A reduction in recidivism represents significant cost savings to the community. This books highlights recent improvements in the delivery of VET for adult prisoners and offenders in Australia.