40 Hours
This course is designed to prepare law
enforcement to handle crisis/hostage negotiations whether they
are a first responder or involved in a prolonged crisis
situation. The five-day course will provide the communication
skills necessary to carry on a dialogue with the
subject(s), provide information to the on-scene commander
regarding the status of negotiations, and provide input
regarding a tactical resolution. Topics covered include:
Fundamentals of Negotiations, Protocol and Situation Boards, Use
of Third Party Intermediaries, Responding to the Emotionally
Disturbed, Suicide Intervention Techniques, Active Listening
Techniques, Review of Specific Cases, and Extensive Role Play
Situations. The course begins at 8:00 a.m. and concludes at 5:00
p.m. each day.
October 20–24, 2008
***CANCELLED***
Criminal Justice Institute
March 2–6, 2009
Criminal Justice Institute
Attention:
Letters of nomination are required for officers to attend this specialized courses because these courses have been designed for officers who have completed designated prerequisites or hold specialized positions within their agencies. Unless otherwise noted, heads of law enforcement agencies should direct correspondence and letters nominating their candidates to Dr. Cheryl P. May, Criminal Justice Institute, 7723 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72204.