Putting the cart before the horse, I like that.
I'd make some connections while in jail, write letters, and pursue actually how the licensing board will limit you, what restrictions, etc. It may, or may not turn out how you expect.
School. I know community colleges will let you take courses toward education certification. Basically since you are a professional, a degree, you'd only need about 1 1/2 years.
There are programs available for "cons" who are trying to turn life around, etc.
Stay at a half way home, work part time, go to college.
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