New online, on-demand program equips all K-12 staff with de-escalation strategies in under an hour.
MILWAUKEE, Feb. 17, 2025 -- Schools nationwide are facing an urgent challenge: rising disruptive behavior that impacts learning, safety, and staff well-being. In response, Crisis Prevention Institute® (CPI), the global leader in de-escalation training, proudly launches De-escalation Basics™—a schoolwide, online training program that equips every staff member with the skills to prevent and manage disruptions before they escalate.
Designed for all educators and support staff—from teachers and administrators to bus drivers and cafeteria workers—De-escalation Basics is a fully online, on-demand training that delivers essential de-escalation techniques in under an hour. This scalable solution ensures that every adult in a school community has the tools to create a safer, more engaged learning environment for all students.
Fast, Accessible, and Designed for Schools
De-escalation Basics fits seamlessly into existing training programs and busy school schedules:
- Schoolwide training for all staff, ensuring a shared understanding of de-escalation strategies.
- Fully online, on-demand, and self-paced, allowing completion anytime, anywhere.
- Designed to be completed in less than one hour, making it easy to implement without disrupting instructional time.
- Supports Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) as a Tier 1 solution, fostering a consistent, proactive approach to student behavior across the entire school.
"Educators and school staff at all MTSS levels are navigating more complex student behaviors than ever before. As a Tier 1 intervention, De-escalation Basics gives staff the confidence and skills to defuse situations early—before they become crises," said Susan Driscoll, president of CPI. "It also provides a common vocabulary for coordinated action should a response team or other trained personnel need to step in to mitigate or resolve a crisis moment."
By providing simple, effective techniques grounded in CPI's proven de-escalation methods, this training helps reduce disruptions, keep students on track, and create a more positive school climate.
To bring De-escalation Basics to your school or district, visit crisisprevention.com/de-escalation-basics.
About CPI®
CPI is the world leader in de-escalation training and workplace violence prevention. Since 1980, CPI has helped train more than 17 million people across the globe in crisis prevention and intervention techniques that prioritize safety, empathy, and respect. CPI's evidence-based programs provide organizations with tools to create safer environments for educators and students. By equipping individuals with effective de-escalation skills, CPI promotes confidence, reduces challenging behavior, and fosters safe, positive outcomes across diverse settings, including health care, education, human services, and retail.
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