This course provides a general exploration of human development across the lifespan, examining the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social changes that shape individuals from infancy to late adulthood. Participants will review key developmental theories, including those of Piaget and Erikson, while also considering the impact of genetics, environment, culture, and life experiences. Learners will gain a deeper understanding of how people grow and adapt over time.
This training module on Overdose Recognition aims to equip crisis workers with essential knowledge and skills. Participants will learn to identify common substances associated with opioid overdose, understand the impact of overdose on individuals, families, and communities, recognize the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose, and respond effectively to suspected opioid overdoses. The course also emphasizes the importance of carrying naloxone and using stigma-reducing language to support affected individuals and their families.
In this module, we’ll cover concepts including, an overview of Recovery, Recovery Oriented Approaches in Crisis Intervention, the Role of Family in a Recovery-Oriented Crisis Response, Recovery Oriented Resources and Recovery Approaches, and self-care.
Addiction is a brain disease. Understanding its neurobiological basis is crucial for professionals providing care to individuals experiencing a crisis. It is important to recognize addiction is not a choice, but a condition where the brain’s functioning is significantly altered. These changes can be long-lasting and can lead to harmful behaviors. This module will offer evidence-based information to better understand the impact addiction has on an individual’s brain, behavior, and overall well-being. Trauma-informed tools and techniques will be identified to assist in the overall goal of mitigating the crisis.
Throughout this module, participants will gain knowledge, skills, and abilities to effectively screen individuals in crisis. Participants will also develop skills to advance the safety, well-being, resiliency, and recovery of individuals in crisis.