California Code, Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC § 1820.3

(1) A residential treatment program.

(2) A structured and disciplined program for each resident.

(3) Individual counseling.

(4) Physical fitness training.

(5) Social alternatives to gangs, drugs, and alcohol, including gang intervention programs where appropriate.

(6) Work experience and vocational training through work crew assignments.

(7) Access to certified, accredited courses in language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, computer laboratories, and basic reading and writing skills, with an emphasis on remedial education.

(8) Coordination with parents or guardians in preparation for family reunification.

However, the Director of Youth Authority, upon request of a county, may waive services required in paragraphs (3), (6), and (7), as appropriate, if the provision of those services is not feasible or necessary, as demonstrated by the county.

(1) It provides a positive reinforcing environment that redirects physical, social, and emotional energies into constructive channels.

(2) It emphasizes responsibility for one's actions.

(3) It employs goal-setting methods to maximize self-discipline, self-confidence, and sense of pride.