This course is directed towards all first responders. This course will point out the changes in human behavior associated with entering into the public safety career and will provide a roadmap on how to remain healthy and resilient despite these changes. Attendees will engage in an interactive discussion on the public safety culture and pitfalls of the “living the dream” mindset. Attendees will be provided with resources and guidance to remain physically and mentally healthy in a working environment proven to reduce life expectancy.
- Block #1 – Participant Introductions and Open discussion of group experience.
- Block #2 – Human behavior changes in public safety
- Block #3 – Family and Friends / Blue Family
- Block #4 – Mental Wellness
- Block #5 – Physical Wellness
- Block #6 – Preparing for a healthy retirement
Course Objectives:
- The student will hear of real-life experiences and discuss their own to understand the risks of the job.
- Learn how changes in human behavior can impact family.
- Understand how resilience can be the key to processing trauma.
- The student will learn how stress impacts the body and how long-term stress can change your career.
- Learning healthy outlets for wellness and recovery.
- Learn how to avoid pessimism and unhealthy cynicism.
- Identify workplace as well as off-duty risks.
- Identify resources available for wellness and support.
Sergeant Hanson’s 24+ years of experience in the field has given him a relatable dynamic, that he shares in hopes of helping others. His stories, directly from the trenches, will reiterate the importance of caring for oneself, inside and out.
Testimonials:
“The instructor for this class did an amazing job, he made the class relatable to the students with a lot of his own experiences.”
“Dan was able to present this difficult curriculum in an open and inviting way, he kept the class’ attention throughout. He knew when to be serious, and when to have a laugh. The class was engaging and informative. Overall one of the best courses I have taken and would recommend the Wellness and Resilience course to any first responder.”
“Dan is a very knowledgeable, experienced instructor with great passion for the topic. His personal experiences helped demonstrate points being made in the class, and made me more at ease with feelings that I have experienced.”
“I’m always looking for tools to add to my toolbox for dealing with health wellness issues. This class did not disappoint. When I take any education class I always listen for what I call golden nuggets of education, almost every class will have 2-3 that really stand out. I’m pretty sure I came home with a lot more than that. Great class, highly recommended for any first responder.”
