Online Program
Opioid Use Disorder Course for Police Officers
Program Overview
Police officers are often the first to encounter individuals in crisis, making it crucial to equip them with the right knowledge and tools to respond safely and effectively. This four-hour, online, self-paced course is designed to give you practical strategies to manage challenges posed by the opioid crisis and handle interactions with individuals affected by Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and co-occurring Substance Use Disorders or Mental Health conditions.
Learn to de-escalate crises, connect individuals to needed resources, and minimize risks to both you and the community.
Chiefs of police can ensure their teams are fully prepared by enrolling officers and staff in this training.
Police officers can complete the course in 4 hours.
Program Description
Each module introduces key concepts such as the CARE approach — CALM the Situation, ASSESS for Danger, RESPOND with Empathy, and ENGAGE Resources — which serves as a practical framework officers can apply in the field. Police officers will learn how to assess and manage high-risk situations, utilize verbal and non-verbal communication techniques, and connect individuals to appropriate care services. In addition, the course provides real-world case studies and scenario-based exercises that reinforce these skills and strategies in action.
Included with the course is the Operational Readiness for Police Officers: OUD Power Pack. This toolkit includes the program workbook with lesson guides and discussion topics, ebooks, templates, reference posters, and referral network guide. These resources ensure officers have easy access to important information and can build on their skills beyond the course itself.
Program Objectives:
+ Recognize the behavioral and physical signs of OUD
+ Understand the role of co-occurring mental health conditions
+ Know how to respond to an Opioid Overdose Emergency
+ Apply verbal and non-verbal de-escalation techniques
+ Navigate the legal considerationsinvolved in responding to OUD
+ Document crisis interventions effectively to reduce liability and protect both law enforcement and individuals in crisis.
Fee: $450 per police officer
Program Features
Module 1 – Understanding OUD & Co-occurring Conditions
Module 2 – Recognizing & Responding to OUD
Module 3 – Best Practices for Field Collaboration
Module 4 – Real-World Applications & Resource Utilization
