This version of the course does NOT include Virtual Reality technology. This course is the same version as our online offering.
This 1-day course is designed to educate police personnel on the legalities and challenges faced when responding to calls with developmentally disabled individuals. Attendees are familiarized with how to identify, understand, and respond to developmentally disabled persons in crisis. Autism and the Autism Spectrum, deaf and hearing-impaired persons, persons with Down syndrome, social and cognitive challenges, and behavioral differences are discussed, as well as officer response behaviors, de-escalation techniques, and training aids.
| COURSE ELIGIBILITY Individual Fire/EMS Retired Associate Agency Non-Member Sworn LE |
