Securus Expands Behavioral Health Programming with R1 Learning Partnership
Event summary
- Securus Technologies partners with R1 Learning to integrate evidence-based behavioral health programming into its tablets.
- R1 Learning’s cognitive-behavioral curriculum, previously only available in facilitated group settings, is now accessible digitally.
- Pilot at Sacramento County Adult Correctional Health saw 11,000 educational videos viewed and 7,500 interactive activities completed in 30 days.
- The partnership aims to address staffing shortages in correctional facilities by scaling rehabilitative content delivery.
- Securus tablets now offer structured programming without added burden on facility staff.
The big picture
Correctional agencies are under pressure to deliver more programming with fewer resources. Securus’ partnership with R1 Learning addresses this by digitizing evidence-based behavioral health content, enabling scalable access to rehabilitative tools. This aligns with broader industry trends toward technology-driven solutions in corrections, aiming to improve outcomes while reducing operational burdens.
What we're watching
- Scalability Challenges
- Whether Securus can sustain high engagement levels as R1 Learning expands to additional correctional facilities.
- Operational Impact
- How the integration of R1 Learning affects staffing demands and operational efficiency in correctional agencies.
- Rehabilitation Outcomes
- The long-term impact of digital behavioral health programming on recidivism rates and reentry success.
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