This 4-hour-virtual presentation is designed for nonprofit clinicians, outreach staff, and crisis response professionals who work with at-risk individuals in the field. Led by experienced law enforcement instructors, this course demystifies the legal requirements of 5150 holds, teaches practical de-escalation strategies, and helps participants distinguish between psychiatric crisis and criminal conduct. The session includes real-world scenarios, courtroom preparation tips, and field-tested communication techniques to improve coordination with police and safeguard clients and staff alike.
This 4-hour-virtual presentation is designed for nonprofit clinicians, outreach staff, and crisis response professionals who work with at-risk individuals in the field. Led by experienced law enforcement instructors, this course demystifies the legal requirements of 5150 holds, teaches practical de-escalation strategies, and helps participants distinguish between psychiatric crisis and criminal conduct. The session includes real-world scenarios, courtroom preparation tips, and field-tested communication techniques to improve coordination with police and safeguard clients and staff alike.