This 4-hour in-person training—taught by law enforcement professionals—is designed to prepare mental health clinicians and non-profit crisis responders for field deployment. Participants will gain critical knowledge of California’s 5150 legal criteria, learn to differentiate psychiatric crisis from criminal conduct, and develop de-escalation strategies that prioritize safety and compliance. The course also covers proper field communication with law enforcement and what to expect if called to testify in court. Interactive scenarios, group activities, and real-world examples help bridge clinical judgment with legal expectations to support more confident and effective field decisions.

This 4-hour online training is designed to equip nonprofit professionals, youth counselors, and outreach workers with foundational knowledge to recognize and appropriately respond to signs of abuse, neglect, and exploitation involving children. Taught by law enforcement professionals, the course breaks down mandated reporting responsibilities, legal definitions, grooming behavior, forensic considerations, and the collaborative role of youth-serving staff in supporting child safety. Interactive discussion, real-world case examples, and practical language for fieldwork help ensure participants leave more informed, confident, and prepared.