Understanding aggressive behaviour and de-escalation techniques

This newly created WA Centre for Rural Health training was developed by WACRH’s Mental Health Academic Chantal Crinquand Bachere.

Why do this workshop

This interactive training session will help you understand why people react the way they do and what you can do about it.

Learning Outcomes

• Recognise various Mental Health illnesses that can contribute to loss of control of emotions
• Understand theories that explain the origins of anger, aggression, and violence
• Identify healthy coping skills vs marginal coping behaviours
• Ability to differentiate between various communication styles
• Understand and practice de-escalation techniques

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About the facilitator

This new training has been developed and facilitated by WACRH’s Mental Health Academic Chantal Crinquand Bachere, who comes from a mental health nursing and counselling background.

Who should attend?

Anyone interested in developing their knowledge and skills in mental health, aggression, and de-escalation techniques. Typically, attendees will be frontline personnel including health, education, and welfare workers.

Date: 28 August 2023; 11 October 2023

Time: 9.00am-12.30pm (3.5 hours)

Venue: WA Centre for Rural Health 167 Fitzgerald St, Geraldton

To book: admin-wacrh@uwa.edu.au or 9956 0200

Cost: 28 August 2023 – $80 (Introductory offer); 11 October 2023 – $100. Training manual, certificate of attendance & morning tea included.