Iowa Correctional Institution For Women
What is “Life Skills?”
Life Skills Program at the Iowa Correctional Institution for Women assists students
in preparing for re-entry. Students are provided with explicit class instruction to
improve employability skills, emotional coping skills and self confidence. The goal
is to enhance soft skills and practice motivational reading which can stimulate self-awareness
and self-discovery.
The class also teaches finance and money management strategies. The curriculum for the computer class includes Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access and Publisher. In addition, keyboarding skills, resumes, cover letters, interviewing skills and presentation skills are emphasized. The program also involves community leaders, businesses, government officials, Department of Correction personnel and speakers. They volunteer their time, expertise, and resources to help motivate and prepare the women in Life Skills for re-entry.