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De-escalation & Crisis Intervention

Turn tension into resolution — without force.

Equip your team with verbal and non-verbal techniques to safely de-escalate agitated individuals and prevent workplace violence before it starts.

Duration
8 hours
Level
All Levels
Certifies
Certificate of Completion
Price
$89/person
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Curriculum

1

Understanding Crisis Behavior

  • Stress-crisis continuum
  • Mental health & substance use factors
  • Trauma-informed approach
2

Communication Skills

  • Active listening
  • Verbal de-escalation techniques
  • Body language & proxemics
3

Workplace Violence Prevention

  • Risk assessment
  • Safe positioning
  • When to call for backup
  • Documentation

Learning Outcomes

  • Recognize early warning signs of escalating behavior
  • Apply evidence-based verbal de-escalation strategies
  • Maintain personal safety while managing a crisis

Who This Is For

Emergency department staffBehavioral health teamsSecurity personnelOutpatient clinic staffAny patient-facing role

Delivery Details

Duration8 hours
FormatsLive, Virtual, Hybrid
Group min.1 person
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