CRIM 6342 - Crisis Intervention

(3 Lecture Hours 0 Lab Hours 3 Credit Hours)

This course presents an overview of techniques and approaches to crisis intervention for crisis management professionals. It covers initial intervention, defusing and assessment, resolution and/or referral, with emphasis on empathy. Crisis theory will be examined and then applied to various types of crises including sexual assault/rape; natural disasters; personal loss; and suicide.