The Correctional Brigade's philosophy is that the minimum custody/military discipline environment when coupled with correctional treatment, educational programs, military and vocational training best prepared the typical first-time prisoner for a crime-free life after prison as either a productive soldier or a useful citizen in civilian life. Moreover, this correctional system was asserted to be less expensive to establish and operate than the traditional prison.
The Correctional Brigade's philosophy centers on the idea that a structured environment with military discipline, combined with rehabilitation programs, can help first-time offenders transition back into society as productive members of their communities. This system is presented as being less expensive to implement and maintain than traditional prisons.