Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) No Holds Training (Virtual)

March 17, 2026 to March 18, 2026

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Hosted virtually via Zoom on March 17 and 18, 2026 from 9 AM to 12 PM MST.

The Alberta Council of Disability Services (ACDS) is offering instructor-led Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) training (No Holds) in partnership with the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI). This training is open exclusively to ACDS member organizations with 50 or fewer staff.

This virtual session does not include physical restraints and is ideal for staff who do not require knowledge of restrictive interventions. It meets standards for Creating Excellence Together (CET) accreditation.

Training Overview

• Prevention and deceleration strategies

• Decision-making related to risk associated with crisis behaviour

• Post-vention approaches

The sessions are facilitated by a CPI-certified instructor. Learner materials will be mailed to the organization after registration is confirmed.

Participants must attend and complete both days of training and pass the post-test to receive their Certification, which includes a unique participant code for training validation.

Fees

• ACDS Members

  • $275 + GST per learner

  • $175 + GST per learner for PDD-contracted organizations

• Associate ACDS Members

  • $357 + GST per learner

  • $225 +GST per learner for PDD-contracted organizations

Sector support subsidy ($100 per learner) is available for learners from PDD-contracted organizations in Alberta and will be applied at invoicing (while funds last).

Important Notes

• Capacity: Limited to 15 registrants. Registration will close once capacity is reached.

• Cancellation Policy:

  • Cancellations must be submitted in writing to training@acds.ca at least 5 business days before the start of the session.

  • A $30 book fee will apply for late cancellations.

  • No-shows or cancellations within 24 hours of the session will be charged the full registration fee unless there are compelling circumstances. In such cases, learners may be accommodated in a future session.

If you are not part of an ACDS member organization and are seeking training, please contact the Crisis Prevention Institute Canada at cpicanada@crisisprevention.com.

Last day to register: March 11, 2026

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