Understanding Fire Service Culture: Continuing Education Class

This course is designed for psychologists and other mental health professionals interested in gaining the cultural competence necessary to be effective in working clinically with firefighter populations. Firefighters have a unique culture and are exposed to unique and cumulative trauma over the course of their careers. Few psychologists (and other mental health providers) understand the needs of this population. This course is designed to assist clinicians with gaining the cultural competency needed to be effective clinically working with this population. After completing this course, the participant will: • Identify cultural components specific to the fire service including performance standards, shift work, and barriers to treatment. • Describe the complexities of firefighting including trauma exposure, challenges to interpersonal relationships, and organizational demands. • Explain current trends in peer support and psychological services offered to fire departments and barriers to treatment. • Identify psychological challenges most commonly recognized and researched in firefighter populations. • Explain the contributing factors to suicide among firefighters. There will be 4 hours of continuing education awarded for successful completion. Register Now: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NtmOwb0wRpuMedcg3VubMw