NCTCOG Virtual Training
About This Event
The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is hosting the following virtual training presented by Kristi Avalos.
Details
Course Hours: 4 hours
Session Time: 8:30 am to 12:45 pm (Central Time)
Instruction Type: Online
Instructor: Kristi Avalos
Location: Zoom
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Dates
December 15,2025 (Registration closes Dec. 5)
Cost
$130
Summary
This training is specific to first responders (Fire Departments, Law Enforcement,and other emergency responders) that interact with customers with disabilities.Communication is critical to mitigating a situation and protecting the public.Whether you are just trying to gather information from an eyewitness or need to detain and interrogate a suspect, knowing ways to interact and communicate with those of varying disabilities can improve the outcome and safety for everyone.Learn what you are required to provide under the ADA as well as techniques for communicating with citizens who have impairments or disabilities such as cognitive, mobility, visual, hearing, speech, or sensory.