Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Program Training (CPI) including Autism Spectrum Disorder: Application of CPI
Description
<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><em><strong>(Due to the nature of this training, comfortable attire and closed shoes are required)</strong></em> Participants will learn early intervention and non-physical methods for preventing and controlling disruptive behavior. This training will also provide techniques for dealing with violent episodes/individuals, incorporating the unique challenges presented by individuals with ASD or other communication disabilities.<span style="text-decoration: underline;"> A team of at least two from each site is recommended.</span> <br /><br /><strong>Participants will:</strong> <br /></span></span>
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<li>Apply and practice strategies as they relate to Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® training concepts. </li>
<li>Gain a deeper understanding about why behaviors occur, how to prevent behaviors from occurring, how to appropriately intervene, and how to structure the postvention process.</li>
<li>Explore appropriate adaptations and interventions to specifically address the needs of and learning styles of people. </li>
<li>Develop skills to see crisis through the eyes of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. </li>
<li>Problem solve a variety of scenarios that staff may encounter during a crisis situation when supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. </li>
<li>Review and be tested on physical competencies for CPI Personal Safety TechniquesSM and Nonviolent Physical Crisis InterventionSM.</li>
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<p>Upon successful completion of entire two-day trainng and passing a written test on day two, participants will become certified in CPI for a period of two-years.</p>
Category
Positive Behavior Supports
Project
West End Special Education Local Plan Area
NOTE: Details for each specific Training/Workshop might vary from the above description.
