Managing the Emotionally
Disturbed Person

Crisis Negotiation for Patrol
Thursday, March 26, 2009
New Hope Fire
Cost $125/person - 8 Hours POST Approved
To register call 763/545-0064 or email ptac@creatingorder.com
 

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Dealing with people who are challenged by mental illness has been an ongoing issue in law enforcement.  This course is designed to provide an overview of different types of severe mental illness and how to manage individuals who are struggling. Practical application and use of verbal and non verbal de-escalation techniques will be demonstrated.

Learning Topics:

 

1. Understanding critical elements of crisis

2. Overview of common mental illness that are seen in law enforcement work

3.  Practical assessment plan

4. Strategies and tactics in dealing with mental illness in the field

5. Basics of crisis and hostage negotiations for first responders

6. Supporting the negotiations process

Educational Methods:

 

Lecture discussion, role playing, video clips, and consumer panel of individuals who struggle with chronic mental illness.