Workforce Development
Crisis intervention is a specialized acute emergency mental health intervention which requires specialized training. As physical first aid is to surgery, crisis intervention is to psychotherapy. Thus, crisis intervention is sometimes called “emotional first aid.” Designed to present the core elements of a comprehensive, systematic, and multi-component crisis intervention curriculum, this course will prepare participants to understand a wide range of crisis intervention services for individuals and groups.
This 16-hour course is designed to equip law enforcement professionals with the knowledge, skills, and mindset necessary to effectively de-escalate tense or potentially violent encounters. Through scenario-based training, classroom instruction, and guided discussion, participants will explore the legal, ethical, and tactical foundations of de-escalation. The course emphasizes communication techniques, emotional intelligence, critical decision-making, and officer safety, with a focus on preserving life, building community trust, and reducing use of force incidents.
If you want a pathway that sparks your electrical career, look no further than the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Electrical Pathway. This course will teach you the skills needed to enter this high-demand job market.
Before taking this course, you must complete NCCER Electrical Pathway 1. Both pathways will have you completing Core Certification, as well as Electrical Levels 1-3.