Crisis Intervention Strategies

Catalog description

This course is designed to introduce students to the methods and techniques of crisis intervention. This class presents real-life situations first and then explores the theories and methods relevant to those situations. It goes beyond the simple presentation of facts and incorporate best practices of crisis intervention by professionals in both the mental health and criminal justice fields. This class also examines the psychological effects of crisis on professionals and ethical considerations related to crisis response. Prerequisite(s): College Level=Junior or College Level=Senior.