Human Trafficking in Texas & the 911 Response #6050 – (July 28, 2025 8:00 am – 5:00 pm)

Students will be taught what questions to ask and how to process calls, while dispatchers will learn what information to look for. Critical information will be provided to help attending agencies formulate a plan to combat trafficking and assist the most vulnerable in their communities. Managers will receive assistance in creating effective policies and procedures […]

WORKING WITH SUICIDIAL & DESPONENT CALLERS #3603 – (July 30, 2025 8:00 am – 5:00 pm)

This course guides call-takers on effective communication with various types of despondent callers, including adults, youth, and the elderly in crisis. We'll cover suicidal erosion, warning signs of suicidal ideology, and the PLAID PALS clinical assessment tool. The course emphasizes active listening skills to build rapport and trust, as well as verbal containment techniques. For […]