Two Safety-Focused Courses — One Powerful Session 

BCI is proud to offer two essential training courses in one session, with the shared goal of enhancing safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Whether preventing everyday conflict or preparing for critical incidents, these trainings are designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to respond effectively. 

Course 1: Conflict Management Training - Prevent Conflict Before It Starts 

Learn practical, real-world skills rooted in the Vistelar Methodology, a proven approach to managing conflict through non-escalation, de-escalation, and trauma-informed communication. This training is especially relevant for staff working in high-stress healthcare environments. 

What you'll learn:

• How to improve everyday interactions and prevent escalation 
• Trauma-informed communication techniques 
• Mental and physical preparation before high-stress encounters 
• Proven methods to reduce risk for both patients and staff 

Grounded in empathy.  Backed by science.  Focused on care. 

Course 2: Imminent Danger Response Awareness Training - Be Informed. Be Prepared. Be Safe. 

This awareness-level course delivers critical guidance for responding to active shooter incidents and other imminent threats. It combines real incident data with actionable steps to improve your personal safety and readiness. 

What You’ll Learn: 

• Key background and data from real-world incidents 
• Best response actions in various threat scenarios 
• What to do when law enforcement arrives 
• Strategies to reduce personal risk and support safety of others 

Who Should Attend: Open to all staff — clinical and non-clinical 

Pre-Requisite: None — open to all experience levels! 

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The HSO Annual Training is a required refresher for Healthcare Security Officers that reinforces core security responsibilities and safe response practices in the healthcare environment.

Topics include:

• Review of healthcare security duties and emergency response expectations

• Regulatory compliance requirements (OSHA, TJC, CMS) and appropriate use of force

• Infection control and biohazard precautions, including proper PPE use

• Conflict management refresher with emphasis on professional presence, communication, and safe de escalation techniques

This training ensures continued readiness, compliance, and professional security response.

Who should attend: Healthcare Security Personnel

Pre-Requisite: None

Improve Patient Care & Staff Safety with Vistelar Training

Prevent Conflict Before It Starts

Learn the skills to prevent conflict before it starts.

Join us for essential training in the Vistelar Methodology — a practical, evidence-based approach designed to enhance safety, reduce conflict, and improve communication in healthcare settings. This training focuses on non-escalation, de-escalation, and trauma-informed strategies that support both patient care and staff well-being.

What You’ll Learn:

• Techniques to improve everyday interactions and prevent escalation
• Trauma-informed communication methods grounded in empathy
• Mental and physical preparation before high-stress encounters
• Proven strategies to reduce risk and enhance safety for patients and staff
• Methods for effectively managing Emergency Department (ED) environments
• Best practices for handling unpredictable behavior and regulation in the ED
• How to identify and utilize available tools and environmental resources
• Effective communication techniques with clinical staff during critical moments

Grounded in empathy. Backed by science. Focused on care.

Who Should Attend:  Emergency Department Specialist in NCAL

Pre-Requisite: None — open to all experience levels!

Assessment and Prevention of Patient-Initiated Harm (APPIH)

Creating Safer Care Environments Through Proactive Strategies

This training is designed to provide system-based practice recommendations aimed at reducing and mitigating the risk of patient-initiated harm in the care environment. Participants will learn how to recognize warning signs, apply prevention strategies, and respond appropriately to protect patients, staff, physicians, contractors, and visitors.

Key Topics Include:

• Identifying risk factors and behavioral indicators
• Implementing safety protocols and de-escalation strategies
• Team-based approaches to managing aggressive or harmful behavior
• Promoting a culture of safety and awareness

Who Should Attend: Clinical and nursing staff in the inpatient care setting

Pre-Requisite: None

Introduction to Healthcare Security & Emergency Response

Preparing Armed Protection Officers for the Unique Challenges of the Healthcare Environment

This essential course is designed to prepare new security team members for the critical responsibilities of being a healthcare security professional. You’ll gain a strong foundation in healthcare-specific protocols, emergency response procedures, and the unique expectations of operating in a patient-centered environment.

Course Topics Include:

• Your role as a first responder to high-level threats (e.g., Code Silver: weapon involvement)      
• Managing and reporting criminal activity in healthcare settings      
• Effective patrol procedures for exterior areas such as parking structures and emergency department perimeters      
• Understanding the healthcare environment, including patient safety, confidentiality, and staff collaboration      
• Emergency management and coordination with clinical teams

Who should attend: Newly assigned Armed Protection Officers

Pre-Requisite: None. 

Advanced Security Program – Annual Refresher Training

Stay Compliant. Stay Prepared. Stay Professional.

Join our 16-hour annual refresher course designed specifically for Advanced Security Program employees who need to complete mandatory compliance training. This course reinforces essential skills, updates on current protocols, and ensures alignment with organizational safety standards.

Course Topics Include:

• Conflict Management & De-escalation Techniques

• Proper Use and Maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Emergency Management & Response Procedures

• Annual Compliance Attestations and Policy Reviews

Who Should Attend: All Advanced Security Program employees required to complete annual refresher training

Pre-Requisite: None

Join our 24-hour course designed for new healthcare officers to build essential skills for success. Covering key topics such as incident report writing, interpreting post orders, proper uniform and PPE usage, patient rights, customer service, and emergency management. This class equips you with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in your role. Enhance your expertise and make a positive impact as part of the Security Team!

Who should attend: New security personnel

Pre-Requisite: Must complete the 8-hr New Employee Orientation and LMS courses assigned by Talent and Acquisition prior to attending.

Join our 24-hour course designed for new healthcare officers to build essential skills for success. Covering key topics such as incident report writing, interpreting post orders, proper uniform and PPE usage, patient rights, customer service, and emergency management. This class equips you with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in your role. Enhance your expertise and make a positive impact as part of the Security Team!

Who should attend: New security personnel

Pre-Requisite: Must complete the 8-hr New Employee Orientation and LMS courses assigned by Talent and Acquisition prior to attending.