Going to wrap up this year getting to teach a 5-day PATC certification course in Pearland, TX!
For more information and registration see: http://www.patc.com/training/detail.php?ID=19478
From the PATC website:
Hostage Negotiations Phase III training module is a continuation of Phase I and Phase II that builds on the solid foundation of theories and practicum of Hostage Negotiations.
Phase III will provide comprehensive training in the following areas:
Supervisory and Management of a Hostage Negotiation Team and Hostage Scene;
Prediction of Resolution of Hostage / Barricade Situations;
Mentally Disturbed / Suicidal Risk Analysis;
Communication and Negotiations Skills with the Mentally Impaired;
Managing Threatening Situations;
Stress & Anxiety Management and Psychological Threat Assessment;
Communication and Negotiation Skills Applicable to Jail and Correction Facilities;
Dealing with victims of P.T.S.D.