Course
Reimagining Public Safety: Mental Health Crisis & Emergency Response
Self-paced
1 credit
Full course description
Description
This training explores the intersection of mental health crisis response and public safety, focusing on the role of mobile crisis teams, law enforcement collaboration, and emergency mental health services. It covers strategies for improving mental health crisis response and community safety while addressing health equity and social determinants of health.
Target Audience
This training is designed for mental health professionals, law enforcement officers, emergency responders, public health officials, policymakers, and community advocates.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this training, you will be able to:
- Describe the role of mobile crisis teams in responding to mental health emergencies.
- Identify key public safety programs that address mental health crises, including crisis negotiation teams and alternative court systems.
- Understand the importance of health equity and social determinants of health in public safety and crisis response.
- Evaluate strategies for improving collaboration between mental health services, law enforcement, and community organizations.