CYW402 - Crisis Interventions

Subject Title
Crisis Interventions

Subject Description
Upon completion of this subject, the learner will be able to: 1. Demonstrate an awareness of the factors that contribute to a crisis situation (Precipitating and Predisposing Factors) within different populations.2. Describe the conflict cycle and how it applies to the client as well as the worker.3. Apply the six stages of Life Space Crisis Intervention.4. Demonstrate an effective use of verbal intervention techniques.5. Demonstrate an awareness of physical restraints, escort holds and take-downs.In addition to the above learning outcomes, students are expected to attend all classes and participate fully. Confidentiality, courtesy and respect for peers and faculty are expected at all times. All of the above knowledge and skills will be teacher and self evaluated on an ongoing basis through assignments and classroom activities.

Credit Status
One credit

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

Upon completion of this subject, the learner will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an awareness of the factors that contribute to
a crisis situation (Precipitating and Predisposing
Factors) within different populations.

2. Describe the conflict cycle and how it applies to the
client as well as the worker.

3. Apply the six stages of Life Space Crisis Intervention.

4. Demonstrate an effective use of verbal intervention techniques.

5. Demonstrate an awareness of physical restraints, escort holds and take-downs.

In addition to the above learning outcomes, students are expected to attend all classes and participate fully. Confidentiality, courtesy and respect for peers and faculty are expected at all times. All of the above knowledge and skills will be teacher and self evaluated on an ongoing basis through assignments and classroom activities.

Cheating and Plagiarism
Each student should be aware of the College's policy regarding Cheating and Plagiarism. Seneca's Academic Policy will be strictly enforced.

To support academic honesty at Seneca College, all work submitted by students may be reviewed for authenticity and originality, utilizing software tools and third party services. Please visit the Academic Honesty site on http://library.senecacollege.ca for further information regarding cheating and plagiarism policies and procedures.

Discrimination/Harassment
All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and/or harassment. Language or activities that defeat this objective violate the College Policy on Discrimination/Harassment and shall not be tolerated. Information and assistance are available from the Student Conduct Office at student.conduct@senecacollege.ca.

Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Disabilities Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.