Open Training Courses

This 5-day course will provide an in-depth look at the need, creation, purpose, and application of peer support programs for first responders. Attendees will gain knowledge of behavioral health concerns faced by first responders and of the impacts of stress, trauma, and critical incidents. Attendees will learn about suicide prevention, assessment, and intervention as well as ways to manage burn out and compassion fatigue to maintain employee wellness. A core component of the course is learning the skills and interventions used by peer supporters and practicing these skills throughout the week.

Objectives

• Apply basic peer support skills in interactions with peers in need
• Identify behavioral health concerns commonly experienced by first responders
• Apply critical incident intervention techniques for peers
• Identify a peer’s need for a higher level of care and how to utilize referral networks
• Discuss the issues of burnout and compassion fatigue and ways to combat each

This training is designed to further strengthen the skills of peer supporters by introducing them to a variety of new topics, and ways to maintain a healthy and strong peer support team. This course will cover an overview of the signs, symptoms and treatment recommendations for post traumatic stress and understanding risks for suicide.

Objectives

• Reinforce basic peer support skills
• Understanding post traumatic stress
• Develop skills for dealing with suicidal peers
• Develop skills for handling difficult debriefings
• Review Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

This 5-day course will provide an in-depth look at the need, creation, purpose, and application of peer support programs for first responders. Attendees will gain knowledge of behavioral health concerns faced by first responders and of the impacts of stress, trauma, and critical incidents. Attendees will learn about suicide prevention, assessment, and intervention as well as ways to manage burn out and compassion fatigue to maintain employee wellness. A core component of the course is learning the skills and interventions used by peer supporters and practicing these skills throughout the week.

Objectives

• Apply basic peer support skills in interactions with peers in need
• Identify behavioral health concerns commonly experienced by first responders
• Apply critical incident intervention techniques for peers
• Identify a peer’s need for a higher level of care and how to utilize referral networks
• Discuss the issues of burnout and compassion fatigue and ways to combat each

Whether you’re already retired or preparing for retirement, join us for a workshop designed exclusively for first responders and their spouses. This session will focus on navigating the unique challenges and opportunities of retirement, covering essential financial planning, health and wellness tips, and strategies to ensure a smooth transition into a fulfilling and secure retirement.

Objectives

• How to remove the “super-suit” and rediscover yourself without your occupation
• Examine aspects of security in your transition and adaptation to civilian life
• Explore ways to accept change, cope with abandonment and replacement, and find belonging elsewhere to reduce risk of suicide
• Find new purpose by staying busy, doing engaging activities and occupations to improve life satisfaction
• Identify signs of relational and mental health issues, and learn ways to access appropriate support
• Navigating the transition together with guidance on building a meaningful retirement lifestyle that supports both personal goals and your partnership.

Whether you’re already retired or preparing for retirement, join us for a workshop designed exclusively for first responders and their spouses. This session will focus on navigating the unique challenges and opportunities of retirement, covering essential financial planning, health and wellness tips, and strategies to ensure a smooth transition into a fulfilling and secure retirement.

Objectives

• How to remove the “super-suit” and rediscover yourself without your occupation
• Examine aspects of security in your transition and adaptation to civilian life
• Explore ways to accept change, cope with abandonment and replacement, and find belonging elsewhere to reduce risk of suicide
• Find new purpose by staying busy, doing engaging activities and occupations to improve life satisfaction
• Identify signs of relational and mental health issues, and learn ways to access appropriate support
• Navigating the transition together with guidance on building a meaningful retirement lifestyle that supports both personal goals and your partnership.

Our five-day course is designed for first responders who serve as the Wellness Coordinators for their departments, and for organizations creating a wellness program. This course will cover the importance of a Wellness Coordinator as they advocate change and develop a comprehensive program.

We will cover emotional wellness, suicide intervention, and review how to evaluate your departments overall wellness. Through interactive sessions, a group project, and a variety of activities, participants will learn about the 8 Dimensions of Wellness, which include occupational, intellectual, environmental, financial, social, physical, spiritual, and emotional.

Objectives

• Learn about all aspects of a public safety wellness program through this 25-module course
• Establish the roles and responsibilities of a Wellness Coordinator
• Gain an understanding of the Eight Dimensions of Wellness
• Discover tools and benchmarks to track progress
• Support a cultural shift with proactive wellness that will help reduce suicide and absenteeism

This 3-day course brings together peer support team members that have been selected by their department on a volunteer basis. Throughout this class, participants will acquire supportive skills which are designed to help them assist their co-workers who may be experiencing a variety of life crisis situations.

The goal is to prepare participants for crisis conversations and help them feel comfortable when talking to someone who understands the rewards and challenges that come with working as a public safety professional.

Objectives

• Prevalence and scope of mental health issues with public safety professionals
• How to develop and implement a peer support program
• Crisis intervention and basic CISM skills
• Self-care, public perception, and resilience building

Certifications & Qualifying Credits Available

POST – Certification # 7180-20803
STC – Certification # 874-47427