BOP Program Statement 5200.06 § 8

Opportunities for educational and vocational services, provided by Education staff, and

recreational services, provided by Recreation staff, are afforded to all inmates, including those

with disabilities.

Inmates who participate in mandatory education programs, such as the Literacy Program, will be

administered a standardized placement test as a base measure of assessment. If an education-related cognitive or intellectual disability is suspected, either due to a SCRN DIS C assignment

or a lack of academic progress, a referral may be made for further assessment. Procedures for

determining which tests to provide under various circumstances are determined by the Education

Branch. This may include achievement testing, along with a referral for intelligence testing

through a qualified education staff member. If an institution is not staffed to support this testing,

the Supervisor of Education at the institution will make contact with local colleges and

universities offering graduate degrees in school psychology to determine if qualified individuals

are available to provide these services. Additionally, contracted licensed school psychologist

services may be acquired in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and policies. Consultation

must be made with the Central Office Chief Education Administrator in these situations.

Exemptions, such as those related to program participation, will be made in accordance with the

Program Statement Literacy Program Standard.

Inmates with cognitive, intellectual, or physical disabilities may require educational

accommodations, even if they do not require additional accommodations for daily living.

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