Prison Survival School

Course Syllabus

Course Syllabus

Family Guide & Support: Your Roadmap Through the DOC

Unit 1: Welcome to PSS!
  • ▶️ 1.1: Welcome to PSS! (Video)
  • 📄 1.2: Navigating the Course Resource
Unit 2: The First 72 Hours: Intake
  • 🏛️ 2.1: Intake Facility vs. Permanent Housing
  • 🧠 2.2: What Your Loved One is Experiencing
  • ✅ 2.3: Essential First Steps for Families
Unit 8: Disciplinary Reports & Grievances
  • 📝 8.1: Understanding Disciplinary Reports (DRs)
  • ⚖️ 8.2: The Formal Grievance Process: Step-by-Step
  • 🚩 8.3: How to Escalate Beyond the Facility
Unit 10: Preparing for the Parole Board
  • 🔍 10.1: What the Board Looks For
  • ✍️ 10.2: Drafting the Support Letter
  • 📉 10.3: Dealing with “Denied” and “Max Out”

This course includes a 42-page “Master Manual” that has the tools you need to advocate for your loved one.