The Disclosure Toolkit Certificate in Reintegration & Reducing Reoffending is Now Live for Early Adopters!

We’re thrilled to announce that the R3 Certification is officially LIVE for early adopters! This ground breaking, purpose-built course empowers Frontline Advisors with the expertise to support individuals with convictions, helping to reduce reoffending and drive meaningful reintegration. 

Developed by the expert team at Offploy.org, the R3 Certification provides evidence-based training techniques that equip professionals with essential skills to navigate the complexities of working with people with convictions. With 1 in 3 people on the DWP caseload having a conviction, this course is a game-changer for those looking to make a real impact. 

What to Expect 

Designed to be engaging, interactive, and practical, the course takes approximately 6 hours to complete and is structured into three core modules: Identify, Support, and Advocate. Each module includes narrated instruction, interactive slides, engaging videos, and knowledge checks to ensure a deep understanding of the material. We’ve also included a library of further reading and resources to support ongoing learning. 

Upon completion, participants will gain a recognised certification demonstrating their commitment to supporting individuals with convictions and breaking down barriers to employment. 

What You’ll Learn 

Some of the key topics include: 

• Understanding MAPPA customers and their specialist support requirements 

• Sentencing structures and how they impact disclosure 

• DBS checks and the process for disputing them 

• Spent vs unspent convictions and how to accurately calculate when a conviction becomes spent 

• How to confidently support individuals through the disclosure process 

Curriculum Breakdown 

Module 1: Identifying People with Convictions 

• Who are "ex-offenders"? Challenging stereotypes 

• Understanding convictions, sentences, and rehabilitation periods 

• The impact of social and systemic barriers on reintegration 

• Navigating support restrictions and specialist services 

• Asking about convictions while maintaining trust and confidentiality 

  
  

Module 2: Supporting People with Convictions 

• DBS checks, subject access requests, and filtering rules 

• Accurately calculating spent vs unspent convictions 

• Disclosure support strategies and job search tools 

• Working with statutory services and specialist partners 

  
  

Module 3: Advocating for People with Convictions 

• Why advocacy matters and how to drive real change 

• Working with statutory bodies, banks, and membership organizations 

• How to challenge inaccurate DBS checks 

• Measuring impact and connecting individuals to employment opportunities 

  
  

Early adopters are already diving into the course, and we’ll be sharing their testimonials soon! If you want to be at the forefront of transforming reintegration and reducing reoffending, now is the time to get involved. 

Get in touch with us today to find out how you can become an early adopter.