This course is designed to provide law enforcement officers and those who work in prisons, city employees, and the community with the necessary knowledge and skills to manage encounters with individuals experiencing a mental health crisis effectively. It emphasizes de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention, and a compassionate approach to ensure the safety and well-being of all parties involved.

Author:  Roger Crutchfield, CAP 
Leesa M. Robertson, M.Ed., CAP, LMHC
Ms. Robertson, M.Ed., CAP, LMHC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia.  She is credentialed in alcohol and other drug counseling.    

Course Information: 
Relevance and Target Audience:  This course is designed for law enforcement, safety officers, prison professionals, and city workers who work with individuals suffering from mental health and substance abuse issues.
Content level:  Intermediate
Course Format:  This course is offered as a self-paced distance learning format (reading-based online activity)
System Requirements:  This course is offered online.  Internet connection required.
Course Completion Information:  To earn continuing education credit, professionals must register and pay the fee for the course.  They must read the content and demonstrate understanding by earning a minimum score of 70 percent on testing materials.  The certificate of completion will be able to be downloaded after the above is completed. Refunds will be granted upon request with the withdrawal of credit for the course.
For questions, concerns or to request special accommodations, please call 866-863-4225 or email [email protected].

CEBroker Provider Number:  50-204
CEBroker Course ID: 20-915244
CEBroker Provider Number Ohio SW: 50-32249
CEBroker Course ID: 20-911272

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