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Fire drills are a universal method of practicing evacuation plans should a fire, or other emergency occur requiring students and staff at schools to quickly exit the building. These drills are required in all educational facilities. Fire alarms are required … Read More
Describe the fundamentals of Psychological First Aid for Schools (PFA-S). This webinar offers information on how PFA-S helps to reduce the distress that school communities can experience after a disaster or violent event. It discusses the importance of working within … Read More
School violence can have long-lasting emotional and physical impacts on children, especially those with access and functional needs. It’s important to speak with children about the possibility of a violent situation and steps they should take should one occur. Learn … Read More
SAMHSA describes serious emotional disturbance (SED) in children and youth as “a diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder in the past year, which resulted in functional impairment that substantially interferes with or limits the child’s role or functioning in family, … Read More
Training and Continuing Education Online (TCEO) is a system that provides access to CDC educational activities for continuing education (CE). Use TCEO to search for CE opportunities, complete course evaluations and posttests, receive your CE certificates, and manage your CE … Read More
Surviving an earthquake and reducing its health impact requires preparation, planning, and practice. Far in advance, you can gather emergency supplies, identify and reduce possible hazards in your home, and practice what to do during and after an earthquake. Learn … Read More
