Evidence Based Classes

Tested and tried curriculum that addresses criminogenic needs and motivates juveniles to create intrinsic motivation to change behaviors.

Police Youth Bureau (PYB) offers evidence-based classes through the curricula of the National Curriculum and Training Institute (NCTI). The facilitators of the classes received certification from NCTI to teach the curriculum in a consistent manner to provide program fidelity.

The PYB is proud to offer evidence-based classes to the community. The classes are put on by trained employees to facilitate these classes through the National Curriculum and Training Institute.

NCTI is in partnership with the American Probation and Parole Association and makes this a nationally-accredited facilitator certification. This curriculum has been proven through studies to be effective in reducing recidivism and changing the attitudes and behaviors of offenders to allow them the skills to live pro social lifestyles.

For more information on evidence based classes, please contact either:

Positive School Engagement Class

The Youth Truancy curriculum is designed to assist juveniles in discovering the relevance of school to their lives and assist them in setting concrete goals for graduation. Participants explore the effects today's choices have on their future and learn techniques for helping them become successful in school. The cost of the class is $50.

Choices Class

The curriculum is designed to help youth understand the process of changing negative behaviors. Participants will discover how attitudes can override values, how to avoid negative influences & how to develop a plan to alter present negative behavior. The cost of the class is $50.