R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-56.1-4
The object of this chapter is to afford the opportunity to pursue educational credits at a post high school level toward an advanced degree in law enforcement (correctional major). All course work must only be accomplished by eligible personnel during off-duty hours. There is established a committee composed of nine (9) members, three (3) of whom shall be appointed by the director of the department of corrections from members of his or her staff, three (3) of whom shall be appointed by the president of the union certified as the bargaining agent of the correctional officers, and three (3) of whom shall be appointed by the personnel administrator. These appointments shall be made on or after July 1, 1976, and the members shall serve at the pleasure of their respective appointing authorities. It shall be the function of the committee to review curriculum content and prepare and revise from time to time a list of approved courses upon which credit will be given. The recommendations of the committee shall be certified by the director of the department of corrections.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-56.1-4