Alpha for Prisons

7 Steps to a Successful Course

1. Get permission from your chaplain

Check with the prison chaplain as to whether they are already running an Alpha course. If not, ask about starting one. Running an Alpha course in a prison offers unique challenges, such as the high turnover of prisoners and strict prison regimes.

2. Assemble your team

Gather people who are passionate about prisons, and have experience of helping on an Alpha course in a church. Then ensure they get Alpha for prisons training.

3. Pray

Pray as a team for God's help and guidance.

• Find out more in our Prayer section
• Download the Alpha Prayer guide

4. Purchase or download the resources

Visit the prisons section of the Alpha Shop for specific resources.

Here are some other products and resources you might find helpful.

• Alpha products
• Five ways to give an Alpha talk
• UK National Alpha campaign

5. Phone an adviser

Contact your local team or local Alpha adviser and draw on their experience and expertise.

6. Plan and promote your Alpha for Prisons course

Now you're ready to start planning and promoting your course.

7.  Start running your course
 

Be confident in your own abilities.

Register your Alpha course.

For more information about running Alpha in your area, contact your local Alpha adviser.