Training Modules

FRCC provides unique and practical training for chaplains and the first responder agencies they serve. Over the years we’ve developed several modules fitting into a 1-2 hour drill night or expanded to a half-day for a fuller experience.

We can custom design a module based on your agency’s needs, covering any of the topics you see below. Please contact us with questions!

In The Mind of the Victim

Designed to help first responders better engage the public during a crisis. First responders aren’t expected to counsel victims; this class is focused on when interaction does occur for a greater sense of confidence in assisting others in crisis. It covers early childhood trauma through the impact of a crisis and what that might look like for individuals. We will identify significant factors in the behavior and attitude of the victim. Approximately 3 hours. (This course has been approved by the PA DOH for 3 Other Con ed credit hours.)

Hercules Training: Resilience Awareness and Building for first responders

We are most proud of this course as it exemplifies the passion of FRCC in supporting first responders for strength in their personal lives and longevity in professional careers. The seminar is practical with immediate application. Participants will gain a better understanding of what hinders resilience and how to build personal resilience, even after a crisis. This is a holistic approach to resilience with hands-on exercises are included as the most effective way of learning is self-discovery. (This course has been approved by the PA DOH for 3 Other Con ed credit hours.)

Why chaplaincy?

This seminar is an excellent way of introducing chaplains to your department. A healthy and effective chaplaincy program is invaluable to establishing and maintaining a wellness program. This seminar will provide all the nuts, bolts, and information needed to fully understand what should be expected from today’s first responder chaplain. 1 hour.

Staying in the Game! Stress Management I and II

These classes introduce the participant to the human stress response and explore approaches for healthy, adaptive living. In practical, interactive sessions, participants will experience several hands-on assignments, gaining a better understand of self, their personal stress impact, and gaining important skills for healthier person and professional lives. Presented as stand-alone seminars or sequentially. Approximately 2 hours each.

Suicide Awareness & Intervention: Being the Gatekeeper

Presenting the QPR Institute’s Gatekeeper program, participants will be better able to recognize and assist others who are considering suicide. Class includes role play scenarios for effective learning. Everyone should take this course! 2 hours. (This course has been approved by the PA DOH for 2 Other Con ed credit hours.)

Understanding Grief

As first responders, we encounter people all the time who are grieving. Often, we associate grief with only death of a person. However, any loss causes a person to grieve. First responders aren’t exempt from grieving, either! This course will cover the broad and often debilitating impact of grief so you can better assist those you serve and help yourself in times of loss. (This course has been approved by the PA DOH for 2 Other Con ed credit hours.).

Field Effectiveness for Peers and Chaplains

Starting with our trauma past, we explore what drives our need to help and how we best engage first responders. This course covers extremely practical, tried-and-true methods for either Peer Support personnel or first responder chaplains. This module includes a section for discussion and input from participants seasoned in first responder work. 1-2 hours depending on your needs.