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X-WR-CALDESC:Ensuring Peace Officers adhere to the highest standards of personal and professional conduct.
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SUMMARY:R2 146 De-Escalation – Meridian
DESCRIPTION:February 11-12, 2026, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm\nCredit Hours: 16\nCourse Number: R2 146\nDescription:\nThis two day includes the latest information in de-escalation, in-depth discussions, video exemplars, and scenarios aimed at developing an exceptional understanding of de-escalation techniques, effective communication strategies, conflict resolution tactics and crisis management utilization. These overarching course objectives are supported by up to 53 learning objectives within the curriculum.\n\nEnhance De-Escalation Mastery: Training participants will gain a mastery of various de-escalation techniques, encompassing active listening, effective verbal and non-verbal communication, empathetic engagement, and tactical decision-making.\nCultivate Conflict Resolution Skills: Participants will develop additional conflict resolution skills, honing their ability to assess and manage conflicts in dynamic situations. Through strategic discussion, problem-solving, and mediation techniques, officers will have a better ability to find and execute peaceful resolutions in challenging scenarios.\nFoster Resilience in Crisis Management: The training program will equip officers with resilience and adaptability in managing high stress and crisis situations. By enhancing situational awareness, promoting effective decision-making under pressure, and execution of critical incident management, participants will be able to maintain composure and a resolution mindset when facing unexpected challenges.\nElevate Communication Strategies: Officers will refine their communication strategies, enabling them to establish rapport in a faster timeframe, more effectively de-escalate tense situations, and skillfully engage individuals experiencing distress, mental health challenges, or other vulnerable circumstances. They will increase their ability to adapt their communication styles to connect with diverse populations.\n\nEnsure Legal and Ethical Alignment: Participants will develop an understanding of the legal landscape, policies, and ethical considerations surrounding de-escalation. They will demonstrate adherence to applicable laws, guidelines, and professional standards, ensuring their actions consistently align with the highest levels of legal and ethical integrity.\nInstructors: Jayme Dozier, Jim O’Gorman, and Aaron Rosen\nLocation:\nPOST Academy\n700 S. Stratford Drive\nMeridian, ID 83642\nCost: FREE OF CHARGE    (Attendees are responsible for meals, travel, and/or lodging.)\nRegistration Details:\nDe-Escalation Flyer Feb 11-12, 2026 fillable ( https://post.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/De-Escalation-Flyer-Feb-11-12-2026-fillable.pdf )\nRemarks:\nEmail or fax the registration form to:  Cathy Weddle, cathy.weddle@post.idaho.gov ( mailto:cathy.weddle@post.idaho.gov )\nFax: 208-884-7295  Office phone: 208-884-7321\n
URL:https://post.idaho.gov/events/r2-146-de-escalation-meridianfeb26/
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CATEGORIES:In-Service Training
LOCATION:700 South Stratford Drive Meridian, Idaho
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