Learning Series
Police and public safety professionals face constant stress, exposure to trauma, and rapidly evolving operational demands. Supporting mental health is not just important; it’s essential.
CPKN’s new trauma-informed learning series, Resilient First Responders, combines evidence-informed online learning, facilitated dialogue, and a shared resilience framework to build awareness, strengthen capacity, and equip personnel with practical tools for real-world application.
This learning series includes five integrated components designed to:
Resilient First Responders supports both individual well-being and organizational culture.
By combining trauma awareness with practical resilience skills, this learning series helps organizations build:
A live and recorded introductory session
When: Tuesday, May 5 at noon ET
Kick off with subject matter experts from Wounded Warriors Canada and Dr. Yasmeen Krameddine, National Expert in De-Escalation. Establish a shared foundation, align expectations, and connect learning to operational realities though facilitated discussion.
Asynchronous online learning
Understand how trauma impacts performance, well-being, and team culture. Learn to recognize trauma responses, strengthen coping strategies, and support colleagues in high-stress environments.
Asynchronous online learning
Build skills to manage stress and prevent occupational stress injuries. Scenario-based learning explores multiple roles and introduces the 7 Pillars of Resilience, from emotional intelligence to team cohesion.
Asynchronous online learning
Apply a practical framework from the Alberta Family Wellness Initiative to assess and strengthen resilience over time. Identify supports, track progress, and build self-awareness.
Please note that this course is free when taken independently and is included as a complimentary component of this bundle.
A live and recorded introductory session
Reconnect with your cohort and experts to reflect, share insights, and translate learning into action.
This learning series is regularly priced at $300 (plus tax) but is available at a 20% discount at $240 (plus tax).
You can register for this learning series by contacting CPKN Support at support@cpkn.ca.
Wounded Warriors Canada (WWC) is a national mental health service provider dedicated to serving Trauma Exposed Organizations, Trauma Exposed Professionals and their families. WWC specializes in providing culturally informed services that utilize a combination of education, counselling, and training approaches to support resiliency and recovery from post-trauma injuries.
Dr. Yasmeen Krameddine (PhD) is an internationally recognized researcher and trainer helping police organizations reduce use-of-force incidents, lower complaints, and strengthen officer performance under pressure. She is the Founder of ProTraining and an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Alberta.
With over 15 years of experience working with police services across North America, her work addresses key challenges including burnout, public scrutiny, and decision-making in high-stress environments. Her research with a Canadian police service involving 850+ officers demonstrated a 41 per cent reduction in use-of-force incidents and significant improvements in efficiency and public trust. She supports leaders in building resilient, high-performing police organizations.
