Many children come to school having experienced adversity and trauma and present with significant social-emotional and psychological needs. It has become increasingly important for any school staff or personnel who interact with students to be equipped with the skills and strategies to recognize when a child is entering the crisis cycle and intervene quickly and effectively to de-escalate the situation before the behavior becomes violent or dangerous.

This course will provide an overview of crisis prevention through proactive strategies and trauma-informed, culturally responsive de-escalation techniques. It will address considerations for engaging with students approaching a crisis, supporting their needs, and de-escalating them safely.

A certificate will be awarded upon successful completion, which may be used to satisfy Professional Development requirements. To enroll in or review a course, click on the "Enroll" or the "Enroll | review" button in the upper right of the course summary page.

(Estimate 75 minutes)