This 40-hour salary incentive eligible program is designed to provide officers with the tools to help manage their stress. The course will examine common stressors for law enforcement practitioners and provide them with positive ways to address and manage those stressors. Those attending will be exposed to the benefits of nutrition and the various ways to improve their own nutrition. Attendees should bring work-out clothing, a towel and plenty of water or supplement drink.
100% attendance is required and participants must achieve a minimum score of 80% on the written exam to receive a certificate of completion.
*Priority for registration into this class is given to agencies within Pinellas County. Remaining seats will be open to all agencies 14 days from the start date.
Course Topics Include:
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Assessment of Stressors
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Stress Reaction
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Resources for Stress Management
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Dealing with Critical Incident Stress
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Substance Abuse
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Nutrition in Managing Stress