Strategic Communications for Interacting with Juveniles
Join us Monday, December 1. at the Northwest Arkansas Education Service Co-Op in Farmington to learn more about Strategic Communications for Interacting with Juveniles.
Educators and school resource officers interact with students daily — and effective communication is essential. This training is designed to equip school personnel and law enforcement with practical tools for engaging youth through strategic, thoughtful communication. Led by Phil Blaylock, a seasoned school resource officer with the Morrilton Police Department, this session draws from over 20 years of real-world law enforcement experience. Participants will learn techniques rooted in psychology, conflict resolution, and communication best practices.
Topics Covered:
- Active listening skills
- Rapport building
- Verbal judo
- Teen brain development
- De-escalation tactics
- Interview vs. interrogation techniques
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the importance of effective communication with youth
- Understand and apply active listening techniques
- Identify key principles of verbal de-escalation
- Demonstrate effective questioning methods
- Distinguish between interviews and interrogations
This is an essential course for any school personnel or SRO looking to enhance their communication effectiveness and positively impact student interactions.
QUESTIONS? Contact Mitch Regnas @ [email protected] or 501-570-8079.