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Diplomas and Certificates at Metro Reentry Facility
On June 16 , Metro Reentry Facility ( RF ) held its fourth annual Returning Citizens ' Program Completion and Education Graduation Ceremony . During the ceremony , 13 returning citizens were recognized for completing their general equivalency diploma , and seven students received either a bachelor ' s degree , associate degree , or academic achievement award from Ashland University . Additionally , 51 students received on-the job training certifications , and 34 returning citizens worked for one year to complete 57 core curriculum credits and 30 elective credits to graduate with a Reentry Program Completion Certificate .
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" Metro RF continuously sets the standard of reentry through our staff , returning citizens , partnerships , and community resources ," said Commissioner Timothy C . Ward . " We appreciate everyone who plays a part in giving these individuals the tools they need for success ."
Metro RF focuses on returning citizens who will be released into the Metro Atlanta counties of Clayton , Cobb , Dekalb , Fulton , and Gwinnett . The program utilizes evidence-based practices and community collaboration to address all barriers to participants ' successful reentry back into society . It provides opportunities for simultaneous participation in academic , vocational , and college education programs , personal development , extracurricular activities , community service , counseling , and cognitive and substance abuse programming .