Jul 29

Behavioral Health Threat Assessment (BETA) Training for Law Enforcement & Emergency Systems Partners

Region V Systems is hosting a 32-hour training designed to assist Nebraska law enforcement personnel obtain better outcomes when working with persons with behavioral health needs.

The Behavioral Threat Assessment Training (BETA) educates officers and other emergency mental health partners, such as clinicians, case managers, and peers, on recognizing signs and symptoms of behavioral health crises and implementing safe and effective crisis intervention strategies. Additionally, participants will learn how to conduct a basic threat assessment and develop management strategies.

Innovation Campus
2021 Transformation Drive, Lincoln, NE 68508
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Jul 29, 2024 08:00am - Aug 01, 2024 04:30pm

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$0.00 - $200.00

Registratoin Fees

Sworn Law Enforcement, Dispatch, High Utilization Review Team (H.U.R.T.), and Crisis Response Team - FREE

Behavioral Health Professionals/Community - $200

General Information

Topics and speakers include:
Psychiatric Medications - Dr. Ally Dering-Anderson
Threat 101- Joseph Wright
Personal Stories of Hope and Recovery - Peer Speakers
De-Escalation - Travis Parker
Culture, Class, Diversity, and Bias - Dr. Mark Foxall
Threat Management & Assessment - Dr. Mario Scalora

Light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack will be provided each day.

The BETA training is not just a lecture-based program. It offers interactive sessions that encourage participants to connect with individuals experiencing mental health challenges at various levels. This unique approach fosters a deeper understanding of mental illness and significantly contributes to positive outcomes in interactions between law enforcement and those with behavioral health needs.

If you have questions regarding this workshop please contact Kristin Nelson at 402-441-4343 or [email protected].

Continuing Education

22 hours of credit will be awarded to meet requirements for Continuing Education Units for the following professions: LMHP, LMFT, Social Work, and Professional Counseling.

32 classroom hours will be offered for Law Enforcement officers.

Participants must attend the entire training and complete the final evaluation to receive credit.