CPI Refresher: Nonviolent Crisis Intervention 2025-26

This is a recertification training opportunity for staff members who have current CPI certification. As a reminder, certifications are valid for two years. Completion of a refresher course is required to maintain certification in use of Nonviolent Crisis Intervention strategies and procedures

CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) is a training program designed to equip staff with skills to prevent and manage challenging behaviors in crisis situations. It emphasizes proactive responses, de-escalation techniques, and safe disengagements, with the goal of using physical interventions as a last resort. This training meets a portion of the requirements for key identified personnel, as required by the Michigan Department of Education Policy for the Emergency Use of Seclusion and Restraint.

This is a one day training. Select the date that best fits your schedule.

Learner Outcomes

Identify and know how to respond to varying levels of crisis behaviors.

Develop limit-setting strategies to de-escalate crisis behavior.

Understand the importance of proactive strategies to reduce crisis behavior.

Understand the principles of Trauma Informed Care.

Understand the risks of restraints and their use only as a last resort.

Learn safety interventions and physical skills, including restraint, to maximize safety and minimize harm.

Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) Tenets

Supported and Safe

Dates

September 26

October 8

Time

8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location

Char-Em ISD Boyne City

Audience

Teachers preK-grade 12, administrators, counselors, ISD staff, paraprofessionals, support staff, community partners/agencies

Presenters

Eric Daniel and Mary Corder, Char-Em ISD Certified CPI Trainers