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Master Psychological First Aid – An Evidence Informed Approach to Building Resilience

Psychological First Aid Training is a research-based methodology that focuses on fostering human resilience. This course will empower you to offer psychological first aid (PFA) to individuals who have faced life-altering experiences, such as traumatic events, natural disasters, public health emergencies, or personal crises. Emotional distress might not be as apparent as physical injuries, but it can be equally agonizing and debilitating. PFA seeks to alleviate stress symptoms and promote a healthy recovery process.

+ Introduction to Psychological First Aid

Get acquainted with the concept of psychological first aid and its significance in crisis intervention. Discover the objectives of PFA, its benefits for emotionally distressed individuals, and why it's a crucial tool in workplace settings.

+ The RAPID Model: A Framework for Emergency Support

Learn about the five steps of the RAPID model – Reflective listening, Assessment of needs, Prioritization, Intervention, and Disposition – and how they facilitate psychological first aid in emergencies. Practical examples will illustrate the application of each RAPID step.

+ Mental Health Illnesses: Recognition, Intervention, and Support

Gain knowledge on identifying symptoms of mental health disorders, providing timely intervention, and seeking help. Understand PTSD and moral injury, as well as how to offer psychological first aid for these prevalent conditions.

+ Trauma and Responder Self-Care

Explore the impact of stress on responders and methods to mitigate it. This section emphasizes the importance of self-care for those working with trauma-affected individuals.

Upon completing this course, you will be able to:

  1. Grasp the concept of Psychological First Aid and its importance in crisis intervention.

  2. Employ the RAPID model to provide psychological first aid during emergencies.

  3. Identify various mental health illnesses and associated behavioral indicators.

  4. Comprehend PTSD and moral injury concepts.

  5. Acknowledge the effect of trauma on responders and implement strategies to reduce personal stress.

Who Should Take This Course?

This flexible, self-guided program is designed for individuals who interact with trauma-affected people or who aspire to have the skills and confidence to support those in need. The course accommodates participants with little or no prior mental health training and does not require any pre-existing qualifications.

 

Meet Your Trainer: Tim Kingsley

Tim Kingsley

Tim Kingsley is a seasoned security and crisis management professional with over 30 years of experience in senior leadership roles. He started his journey in emergency management and trauma care as a volunteer first responder during 9/11 at the World Trade Center, later serving as Chief of Public Safety at Columbia University.

Currently, Tim holds the position of Chief Operating Officer at Saint Mark's Cathedral in Minneapolis and serves as Director of the Board of the Minnesota Crisis Intervention Team (MNCIT). He is also a Police Chaplain and Critical Incident Stress Debriefer for the Edina Police Department, offering services to public safety agencies at the county and state levels.

With certifications in emergency management, proactive security techniques, violence interruption, domestic violence, and sexual assault counseling, and as an EMT, Tim brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role as a psychological first aid trainer for Kingswood Security.

 
 

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