(1) An inmate with less than twenty-four (24) months until the inmate’s expected release date may be given preference for participation in the specialized vocational program.

(3) An inmate who presents a security risk is not eligible for participation in the specialized vocational program.

(4) An inmate who is under the care of a physician is eligible for participation in the specialized vocational program if the physician determines that the inmate can meaningfully and safely participate in the program.

     (b) The department may require an inmate to have successfully completed or be currently enrolled in other programs provided by the department, including:

(1) a drug addiction and alcoholism treatment program;

(2) an employment skills and vocational program;

(3) a personal responsibility program;

(4) a peer support program;

(5) a motivation program;

(6) a parenting program; and

(7) a program in preparation for a state of Indiana high school equivalency diploma.

As added by P.L.73-2015, SEC.1.