FIRE 354 - Firefighter Stress, Behavioral, and Mental Health

Units: 3

Covers industry culture, myths, beliefs, behavioral health, strategies for addressing occupational health and wellness, support services, and behavioral health assistance for first responders. Examines and evaluates the sources of occupational stress and the regularity of incidents that expose first responders to often shocking, dangerous and stressful situations and potentially traumatic events. Covers suicide prevention/awareness, warning signs/symptoms, communication, emotional and physical behaviors, stress, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, addiction, depression, anger, and separation/retirement.