Correctional Services Industry
The Correctional Services industry plays a significant role in providing a safe and secure environment for Australian society. Roles are diverse including corrections officers, management, youth workers, dog handlers and case managers. This sector has a strong focus on training to support its workforce as roles evolve.
Correctional Services IRC Chair Amanda Swards:
“We have a really diverse workforce from the age of 20 to mid to late 60s. The industry is anticipating a growth in workforce demands over the next five years with a focus on communication and negotiation skills”
Correctional Services Industry Snapshot
Industry Reference Committees ensure the delivery of high-quality Training Packages that are nationally endorsed and internationally regarded.
Find out what the key trends are impacting the skills needs in the Correctional Services industry.
Training Packages specify the skills and knowledge required to perform effectively in the workplace through units of competency.
Correctional Services Industry Careers
A career in the Correctional Services Industry is not only personally rewarding but you will play a significant role in providing a safe and secure environment for Australian society.
The industry employs over 33,000 people across Australia covering prisons, juvenile and immigration detention, parole services, correctional administration, and management. Correctional services implement the correctional sanctions determined by the courts and releasing authorities such as parole boards.
Paschal Somers
Industry Skills Manager - Aviation, Corrections, Defence and Public Safety
