R2 De-Escalation

Course Number:    146

Description: 

The purpose of this de-escalation training encompasses a comprehensive range of topics and practical information meticulously designed to provide Idaho’s law enforcement officers with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in de-escalation situations.

Topics to be covered:

• Understanding crisis and the need for intervention in law enforcement
• Define the main causes of crisis situations
• Understand how crisis can differ from drug induced issues and mental illness
• Identify signs of escalation in subjects on the verge of crisis
• Lower uses of force and improve public perception
• Identify the main signs and symptoms exhibited during a mental health crisis
• Recognize the signs of subjects on the autism spectrum
• Maintain tactical safety and decision making while still de-escalating crisis situations
• Transitioning to other force options appropriately
• Recognizing and connecting with veterans and first responders in crisis
• Gain valuable knowledge and techniques for effectively communicating with subjects in crisis

Dates:   November 15-16, 2023

Time:     0800-1630

Credit Hours:  16 POST Hours

Location:
Idaho POST, Building 3, Classroom A
700 S. Stratford Drive
Meridian, ID 83642

Cost: FREE

(Meals, travel, and/or lodging are the responsibility of the participant)

Deadline: November 14, 2023

Instructors: Jayme Dozier, Jim O’Gorman, and Aaron Rosen

Registration:   Complete the flyer below and return to cathy.weddle@post.idaho.gov.

POST Flyer Intro to De-Escalation fillable

Remarks:  For additional information regarding this training or the training venue, contact Cathy Weddle at cathy.weddle@post.idaho.gov or 208-884-7321.