J.F. Ingram State

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ISTC President Annette Funderburk

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J.F. Ingram State Technical College is the sole correctional education provider in the State of Alabama. Since the mid-1960’s ISTC has offered adult education, career technical programming, and soft skills exclusively to incarcerated individuals in the Alabama prison system.

Majority of Alabama’s prison population will be released back into society. Ingram State prioritizes education and job training to give individuals the best opportunity for success and lower the recidivism rate in Alabama. 

developing responsible citizens

177 Graduates released

600 Employer Partnerships

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Bolden
“My determination is the only thing that saved me. You have to take advantage when are given an opportunity.”
Javaan Bolden - Alabama Tank, Inc

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BARBERING

The Barbering (BAR) program is an immersive 51-semester hour course that blends classroom theory with extensive hands-on practice in a laboratory setting. Designed to provide students with a comprehensive skill set, the program prepares individuals for successful entry into the barbering profession.

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    BARBERING

    The Barbering (BAR) program is an immersive 51-semester hour course that blends classroom theory with extensive hands-on practice in a laboratory setting. Designed to provide students with a comprehensive skill set, the program prepares individuals for successful entry into the barbering profession.

  • Auto Mechanics

    Auto mechanics

    The Automotive Mechanics (AUM) program is a comprehensive 60-semester hour course designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed for successful entry-level employment in the field of automotive mechanics. This program offers a balanced mix of classroom theory and hands-on practice in the laboratory, ensuring that students gain both the technical expertise and practical experience required in this dynamic industry.

  • Automotive Body Repair

    Auto body repair

    The Automotive Body Repair program is a comprehensive 60-semester hour course designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed for successful entry-level employment in the automotive body repair industry. This program offers a balanced mix of classroom theory and hands-on lab activities, ensuring that students gain both the technical expertise and practical experience required in this field.describing your information here...

  • Auto Mechanics

    Auto mechanics

    The Automotive Mechanics (AUM) program is a comprehensive 60-semester hour course designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed for successful entry-level employment in the field of automotive mechanics. This program offers a balanced mix of classroom theory and hands-on practice in the laboratory, ensuring that students gain both the technical expertise and practical experience required in this dynamic industry.

  • Automotive Body Repair

    Auto body repair

    The Automotive Body Repair program is a comprehensive 60-semester hour course designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed for successful entry-level employment in the automotive body repair industry. This program offers a balanced mix of classroom theory and hands-on lab activities, ensuring that students gain both the technical expertise and practical experience required in this field.describing your information here...

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