Although general knowledge of the experienced jail officer and familiarity with current practices are what is required to pass the certification examination, the following list of resources might be of some assistance in preparing for the examination. It is recommended that candidates review the certification examination content outline listed in the CJO Handbook for Candidates. If there are areas where you wish to increase your knowledge, the following list of resources may be helpful. It should be noted that the list of resources is neither all-inclusive nor exhaustive.

PUBLICATIONS

American Jails magazine
American Jail Association. Reprint articles by topics are available.
phone: 301-790-3930, fax: 301-790-2941
Web site: www.corrections.com/aja/mags/magazine.html

Correctional Law Reporter
Civic Research Institute,
phone: 609-683-4011, or 609-683-4450 (ordering department).

Detention Reporter,
CRS, Inc.,
phone: 301-349-5701
Web site: www.correction.org

Jail Operation Bulletins and Video Series,
American Jail Association,
phone: 301-790-3930, fax: 301-790-2941
Web site: www.corrections.com/aja

Exploring Jail Operations,
By Kenneth E. Kerle, 2003
American Jail Association,
phone: 301-790-3930, fax: 301-790-2941
Web site: www.corrections.com/aja

OTHER GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES

National Criminal Justice Reference Service
Rockville, MD
phone: 800-851-3420
Web site: www.ncjrs.org

National Institute of Corrections, Jail Center
Longmont, CO
phone: 800-995-6429
Web site: www.nicic.gov

LEGISLATION

Americans with Disabilities Act

Fair Labor Standards Act

Family Medical Leave Act

Prison Litigation Reform Act