MOE911- BASIC → Dispatch Skills

Handling Suicidal Callers (DS-1)


Description
Calls from suicidal individuals are difficult. They can be long and emotional and tense. What do you say? How do you react? How do you convince them things really will get better? Dispel some common myths surrounding suicide, learn the skills necessary to intervene in these situations, and get the facts about how dangerous these situations can be for everyone involved.

Course Length: 30 min

Content
  • DS-1 Suicidal Callers Part 1
  • DS-1 Suicidal Callers Part 2
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever