Designed to prepare new security team members of the Kaiser Permanente contract on what it means to be a healthcare security professional, the healthcare environment and emergency management.

Who should attend: All security staff.

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.

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!

Advanced Security Program employee’s annual compliance requirements.

Who should attend: Advanced Security Program Employees Requiring Annual Refresher Training

Pre-Requisite: None

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

We will be hosting a Physical Ability Test (PAT) to ensure Healthcare Protection Officer employees meet the required standards for duty readiness.

What to Expect

• A series of physical tasks designed to measure strength, endurance, and mobility.
• Testing will take approximately 30–45 minutes.
• Please arrive in appropriate athletic clothing and footwear

Preparation Tips

• Stay hydrated and get adequate rest before the test.
• Review the test requirements in advance to ensure readiness.

Who Should Attend: HPO employees are due for their annual PAT test.

We will be hosting a Physical Ability Test (PAT) to ensure Healthcare Protection Officer employees meet the required standards for duty readiness.

What to Expect

• A series of physical tasks designed to measure strength, endurance, and mobility.
• Testing will take approximately 30–45 minutes.
• Please arrive in appropriate athletic clothing and footwear

Preparation Tips

• Stay hydrated and get adequate rest before the test.
• Review the test requirements in advance to ensure readiness.

Who Should Attend: HPO employees are due for their annual PAT test.