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Training Seminars
A. Crisis Prevention and Intervention – participants will learn:
- What is a crisis? – Stages of a crisis are explored and intervention techniques discussed for each stage
- Awareness – Learn the importance self-awareness, awareness of the child and awareness of the environment
- Communication – Learn how to communicate in a potential crisis including de-escalation techniques, problem solving skills and steps to conflict resolution.
- The Crisis Cycle – Understanding the cyclical and predictable nature of crisis and breaking the cycle
- Recovery – how to restore equilibrium to both the child and the group following a crisis. Learn how to conduct a life-space interview
- Half-day through three day trainings available
B. Site-Specific Curriculum - Uniquely tailored curriculum to meet the individual needs of the school / program– topics include:
- Autism, PDD spectrum
- Mental Retardation
- Other DSM IV diagnoses (ADHD, Personality disorders, anxiety disorders, etc.)
- Disciplinary policies
- Peer mediation
- Normative culture (Creating an environment where pro-social values are supported by the students)
- Self protection
- Physical intervention
For further information and fee schedule, please contact:
Rich Peksa, Supervisor of Behavioral & Community Programs - (203) 332-4535 ext. 285
Email: rpeksa@kennedyctr.org
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