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To provide effective assistance, specialized training and ongoing education are essential, adhering to ethical, legal, and intervention best practices. As the challenges for this population continually evolve, so should the intervention strategies. The legal landscape, especially concerning confidentiality, is rapidly changing through case law though many peer teams are unaware of the implications. Additionally, many traditional programs have focused on post incident intervention rather than proactive measures to prevent significant decline. Furthermore, organizations lack the time, manpower, and regular clinical consultation and guidance necessary to adapt to these changes and provide peer teams with the support they need. With so much going on, changes in personnel, and the high cost of sending people to live training, it can be challenging to find answers to these problems. Many training opportunities require in-person attendance or full participation in Zoom sessions that last from one day to several days, which can be difficult for first responders to attend. The best solution is finding an online, self paced program that offers comprehensive training and a full suite of benefits to support peer teams in all they do. Lexipol's Peer Support Training and Certification Membership stands out by offering exactly what organizations need to truly empower and elevate their peer programs. It provides flexible, online,

self-paced courses that fit seamlessly into the demanding schedules of public safety personnel, making best-practice training both practical and cost-effective. Lexipol’s Peer Support Training and Certification Membership, backed by public safety subject matter experts, helps peer support team members understand and apply evidence-based practices for providing assistance. This best-in-class membership includes: 24/7 Access to Online Learning: Enabling flexible, self-paced training for your team. Core and Continuing Education: 25 hours of core curriculum for certification, plus numerous hours of advanced training. Certified Peer Support Provider Designation: Recognized certification for peer supporters (CAPCE approved and POST certified in many states). Advanced Training Webinars: Access to members-only interactive live webinars on topics like moral injury, posttraumatic growth, and managing the psychological impacts of civil unrest. Training Certificates and Digital Peer Support Badge: Awarded upon course completion, validating your team’s expertise. Detailed Reports: For easy tracking of training completion and renewal of certifications, supporting ongoing progress and compliance.

Effective assistance, specialized training and ongoing education are essential,

adhering to ethical, legal, and intervention best practices.

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