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SUMMARY:Mental Health 911: Identifying and Responding to Crisis
DESCRIPTION:This one day class will explore the mental health challenges 911 callers face daily as well as that of all first responders.\n\nCLASS OVERVIEW\n\nIn this course\, we will explore the mental health challenges faced by the individuals we interact with daily. You will learn how to recognize signs and symptoms of various mental health conditions\, including Schizophrenia\, Bipolar Disorder\, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)\, Depression\, Autism Spectrum Disorder\, and more.\n\nIn the afternoon session\, our focus will shift inward—to our own mental health as telecommunicators and first responders. We will address the elevated risk of suicide within our profession and discuss how to recognize warning signs in ourselves and our colleagues. The course also covers the symptoms and impact of conditions such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)\, Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)\, and other mental health challenges that are common in high-stress roles.\n\nThis is a nationally recognized and highly regarded course\, known for its relevance\, depth\, and practical application.\n\nCourse Objectives / Reasons to Take This Course:Enhance your ability to identify mental health conditions such as Schizophrenia\, Bipolar Disorder\, OCD\, Depression\, Autism Spectrum Disorder\, and more in the individuals you serve daily.\nGain tools to respond more effectively and empathetically to callers experiencing mental health crises.Understand the unique mental health risks faced by telecommunicators and first responders\, including the heightened risk of suicide.Recognize the signs and symptoms of PTSD\, C-PTSD\, and other stress-related disorders within yourself and your colleagues.Build self-awareness and resilience by exploring strategies to support your mental wellness in a high-stress profession.Learn how to intervene early when warning signs of mental health struggles appear in the workplace.Receive training from a nationally recognized course known for its practical application\, relevance\, and impact in the public safety field.\n\nInstructor: Jason Long\n\nOTHER DETAILS\nThese continuing education classes are being sponsored by the Statewide 911 Board for Indiana PSAPs. The classes are open to all PSAP personnel. Each day of class in this location is limited to 90 participants.\nLunch will be provided by INdigital.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/mental-health-911-identifying-and-responding-to-crisis-2/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Responder Mental Health
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SUMMARY:Mental Health 911: Identifying and Responding to Crisis
DESCRIPTION:This one day class will explore the mental health challenges 911 callers face daily as well as that of all first responders.\n\nCLASS OVERVIEW\n\nIn this course\, we will explore the mental health challenges faced by the individuals we interact with daily. You will learn how to recognize signs and symptoms of various mental health conditions\, including Schizophrenia\, Bipolar Disorder\, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)\, Depression\, Autism Spectrum Disorder\, and more.\n\nIn the afternoon session\, our focus will shift inward—to our own mental health as telecommunicators and first responders. We will address the elevated risk of suicide within our profession and discuss how to recognize warning signs in ourselves and our colleagues. The course also covers the symptoms and impact of conditions such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)\, Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)\, and other mental health challenges that are common in high-stress roles.\n\nThis is a nationally recognized and highly regarded course\, known for its relevance\, depth\, and practical application.\n\nCourse Objectives / Reasons to Take This Course:Enhance your ability to identify mental health conditions such as Schizophrenia\, Bipolar Disorder\, OCD\, Depression\, Autism Spectrum Disorder\, and more in the individuals you serve daily.\nGain tools to respond more effectively and empathetically to callers experiencing mental health crises.Understand the unique mental health risks faced by telecommunicators and first responders\, including the heightened risk of suicide.Recognize the signs and symptoms of PTSD\, C-PTSD\, and other stress-related disorders within yourself and your colleagues.Build self-awareness and resilience by exploring strategies to support your mental wellness in a high-stress profession.Learn how to intervene early when warning signs of mental health struggles appear in the workplace.Receive training from a nationally recognized course known for its practical application\, relevance\, and impact in the public safety field.\n\nInstructor: Jason Long\n\nOTHER DETAILS\nThese continuing education classes are being sponsored by the Statewide 911 Board for Indiana PSAPs. The classes are open to all PSAP personnel. Each day of class in this location is limited to 90 participants.\nLunch will be provided by INdigital.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/mental-health-911-identifying-and-responding-to-crisis/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Responder Mental Health
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SUMMARY:Critical Incident Stress Management Training - Offered By Griffith and Highland Police Departments
DESCRIPTION:CISM Training\nInstructor: Jerry Baker\nMr. Baker is an instructor for the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation providing training to first responders in dealing with the aftermath of trauma and disasters. He is a member of the State FOP Memorial Team\, serving as a first responder\, and trainer for many police and fire throughout Indiana. \nWhat is it?\nCritical Incident Stress Management training equips individuals with techniques and strategies to reduce stress and promote recovery following a critical incident. This is a three-day\, certification course teaching a comprehensive approach that involves a range of interventions including: pre-crisis preparation\, defusing\, critical incident stress debriefing (CISD)\, individual crisis intervention\, follow-up and referral. \nWhy is CISM training important for first responders?\nReduced the risk of long-term psychological issues\, promoted mental health support\, fosters resilience\, enhances communication and teamwork\, and supports overall well-being. \nFebruary 9th – 11th\, 2026\nHighland Police Department\n3315 Ridge Road\, Highland\, IN 46322\nLocation Contact: Halie Gonlag\, 219-838-3184 ext. 3328 \nCost: $350 per participant\nInvoices are issued upon registration.\nFees due no later than January 7th\, 2026\nBilling contact: Erica Rios-Corbin 219-924-7503 ext 300
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/critical-incident-stress-management-training-offered-by-griffith-and-highland-police-departments/
LOCATION:Highland Police Department\, 3315 Ridge Road\, Highland\, IN\, 46322\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clinicians,Responder Mental Health
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