Crisis Intervention And Emergency Management

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This course provides in-depth study of the nature of crises and crisis intervention. Students will learn crisis theory, crisis intervention models, and practical skills for effective crisis intervention. Over the course of the semester, we will attend to a variety of crises including crises related to suicide, violence, victimization, psychiatric illness, chemical dependency, individual or family-level trauma, and community-wide disasters. Emphasis will be placed on the counselor’s development of crisis assessment, management, and short-term intervention skills. Special attention will be given to cultural, ethical, and legal considerations. Permission of department required. Typically offered Fall Spring Summer. Course Learning Outcomes 1. Understand the impact of crises, disasters, and other trauma-causing events on people. 2. Understand the operation of an emergency management system within clinical mental health agencies and in the community. 3. Understand the principles of crisis intervention for people during crises, disasters, and other trauma-causing events. 4. Demonstrate the ability to use procedures for assessing and managing suicide risk. 5. Screen for addiction, aggression, and danger to self and/or others, as well as co-occurring mental disorders. 6. Understand appropriate use of diagnosis during a crisis, disaster, or other trauma-causing event. 7. Differentiate between diagnosis and developmentally appropriate reactions during crises, disasters, and other trauma-causing events. View Class Schedule