01/03/25
Gadsden State Community College to Host Behavioral Intervention Threat Assessment Training
GADSDEN, AL – Gadsden State Community College is excited to announce a FREE training session for Behavioral Intervention Threat Assessment Teams, law enforcement professionals, and school personnel on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 1:00 PM. This four-hour course will provide valuable insights and strategies for enhancing safety and preparedness in schools and communities.
“We are proud to host this important training at Gadsden State Community College. The safety of our students, staff, faculty, and communities is our top priority”, says Jay Freeman, chief of the Gadsden State Police and Safety Department. “By bringing together law enforcement, school personnel, and Behavioral Intervention Teams, we collaborate and equip boots on the ground with the knowledge and tools needed to prevent potential threats. This training is essential in ensuring that we proactively safeguard our campuses and communities.”
This training session will cover the following topics:
- Types of Violence
- Importance of Reporting
- Pathway to Violence
- Enhancers/Mitigators
- Triggers/Stressors
- Information Gathering & Privacy Laws
- Management Options
- Building a Team of Teams
We extend a special thank you to Etowah County District Judge Joe Nabors for facilitating this event and to our distinguished presenters:
Lt. Craig Parker, Tuscaloosa Police Department
Special Agent Torrey Clark, FBI – Birmingham Division
Tesney Davis, LICSW-S, Tuscaloosa City Schools
The event promises to be a pivotal opportunity for school and community leaders, law enforcement officers, and Behavioral Intervention Teams to enhance their understanding of threat assessment and intervention strategies.
Location:
Gadsden State Community College
Science Building Auditorium
400 East Cardinal Drive
Gadsden, AL 35903
For registration or additional information, please contact Efeemster@gadsdenstate.edu or call 256-549-8611.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from experts and strengthen your team’s ability to identify, assess, and manage potential threats effectively!