The Office of Disaster Services conducts trainings as well as provides information on various trainings for different audiences and all Missourians, such as First Responders, educators, parents, children, etc. The training information below can help individuals find the right tools to help through the disaster recovery process; learning about emotions and what causes certain feelings to arise, plus gaining skills to manage and cope with post-disaster stress and adversity.
Disaster Services Training Brochure
- Educational Courses
Embark on a transformative journey of learning and growth with the DMH Content Hub. Take free educational courses on mindfulness and stress management; trauma-informed care and peer support; mental health management and overall wellness; and so much more. These courses are for professionals or individuals to broaden their knowledge and techniques to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Course categories include:
Trauma Informed Care
Explore the comprehensive, self-paced courses on Trauma Informed Care to gain knowledge and skills to understand, recognize, and respond to the effects of trauma. Learn about the Missouri Model for Trauma Care, Trauma Informed Care for Teens, Trauma Informed Care for Adults, Trauma Informed Care for Helping Professionals, and the Comprehensive Approach.
Disaster Services
It is vital be prepared for and know what to do during times of disaster. These types of events can be natural (tornado, drought, flood) or human caused events (mass violence and terrorism). Learn how to plan for disasters, about the phases of a disaster, how to manage mental health, stress reactions, and so much more.
Prevention
Knowing how and where to find help is vital. Learn about 988, the three-digit number providing 24/7 statewide crisis support via call, text, or chat. Get educated on what 988 is, how to use it, and so much more.
Wellness
Join the community of learners committed to prioritizing mental well-being and unlock the resources needed to thrive. Learn about the importance of sleep, mindfulness, time management, and resilience to begin cultivating a balanced and fulfilling life.
- Guidebooks
Disaster Preparedness Guidebooks for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD)
Disasters and emergencies can happen quickly and without warning, leaving little time to respond. Being prepared before the disaster occurs can help individuals respond quickly and appropriately. There are two guidebooks available: Disaster Preparedness: Individual Planning Guide and Disaster Preparedness: Provider Planning Guide. Additionally, there are video guides with concepts taken directly from the individual and provider planning guides.
Learn more about Disaster Preparedness Guidebooks for those with I/DD.
Communication Guidebooks
Communication of accurate information for the public in times of disaster is critical in helping a community heal and recover. The Office of Disaster Readiness, in partnership with the Department of Health and Senior Services, developed the Disaster Communications Guidebook with mental health talking points to be used with various audiences during a disaster.
- Disaster Communications Guidebook - (Please note: The finished size of this booklet is 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches and was prepared in booklet format. For easer access to its contents, we suggest that you print out the booklet and use it in a hard-copy form.)
- Disaster Communications Guidebook: Preparedness and Public Education Response and Recovery for Public Leaders and Spokesperson
- Pandemic Communications Guidebook
Other Guidebooks
- Disaster Communications Guidebook - (Please note: The finished size of this booklet is 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches and was prepared in booklet format. For easer access to its contents, we suggest that you print out the booklet and use it in a hard-copy form.)
- Online Trainings
The FEMA Crisis Counseling Program and the Healing Joplin Story
The DMH Office of Disaster Services presents this 18 minute video to describe the administration of the FEMA Crisis Counseling Program in the State’s response to the behavioral health needs of the community following the Joplin Tornado. Vicky Mieseler, Vice President of Clinical Services for Ozark Center describes their agency’s considerations in choosing to pursue the CCP grant, how Ozark Center implemented the program, and how it has aided the recovery of the Joplin community. This training is designed to address questions you may have regarding the operation of the Crisis Counseling Program and how it worked in Joplin. Disasters happen every day – fortunately, an EF-5 tornado is rare! We hope that your agency never needs to operate a response of this scope, but it is important to know what supports are available to your agency if you should ever be called upon to respond to an event of similar magnitude.Online Clinical Trainings
The National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center provides links to online training courses for mental health providers to learn about empirically-based, trauma-focused treatments.Psychological First Aid (PFA) and Skills for Psychological Recovery (SPR)
Interested first responders, crisis counselors and Faith-Based organizations with an external ministry are encouraged to take the free six-hour interactive class on Psychological First Aid. Participants explore the role of a psychological first aid provider in a post-disaster scene. It uses multi-media including videos and mentor tips from the nation’s trauma experts and disaster survivors. Participants may earn six continuing education credits. This project is funded by the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, National Center for PTSD and the National Association of County and City Health Officials.Prepared4All – Whole Community Emergency Planning Training
Learn how disability organizations develop relationships with local emergency managers and public health planners to increase disability inclusion in emergency preparedness. This training's primary audience is disability organizations, but could also be for emergency managers, public health professionals, healthcare professionals, CERT, MRC, other volunteer responders, ASTHO & NACCHO disability specialists, FEMA RDIS, and ASPR healthcare coalitions (HCCs).- SEMA Training Opportunities
- Training PowerPoints
- Trauma Informed Care Courses
Trauma Informed Care Courses
Learn more about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the impact of trauma on people and communities. Sign up today and enroll in the courses that interest you.