On-Line Course Outline

CRISIS INTERVENTION BASICS

Module 1: Fundamentals of Crisis Intervention

  • What is Crisis?
  • Communication Skills for Crisis Support
  • Avoiding Common Pitfalls in the Process
  • The Crisis Management Process
  • Helper Well-Being: Addressing Limits and Burnout
  • Connecting with Community Resources
  • Record Keeping
  • Legal Issues in Crisis Work

Module 2: Suicide Intervention

  • Risk Factors for Suicide
  • Characteristics of Suicidal Thought
  • Clues or Warning Signs
  • Risk Assessment
  • Principles of Intervention

Requirements

As there is no instructor and no class group, we recommend you find a learning partner and/or mentor. This would be one or more person(s) willing to help you in any of the following ways:

  • Listen as you explain what you are learning - telling it in your own words can make the information come alive for you
  • Be a partner for the suggested exercises or role plays
  • Share with you their expertise or experience with the subject
  • Help you consider ways to apply your learning in your life and work

Your learning partner does not have to take the course with you. Their role is to support you in ways that enhance your learning, stimulate your interest and motivation, and assist in converting knowledge into active skills.

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Last updated: January 7, 2009