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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Psychological First Aid by Johns Hopkins University

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About the Course

Learn to provide psychological first aid to people in an emergency by employing the RAPID model: Reflective listening, Assessment of needs, Prioritization, Intervention, and Disposition. Utilizing the RAPID model (Reflective listening, Assessment of needs, Prioritization, Intervention, and Disposition), this specialized course provides perspectives on injuries and trauma that are beyond those physical in nature. The RAPID model is readily applicable to public health settings, the workplace, the military, faith-based organizations, mass disaster venues, and even the demands of more commonplace critical events, e.g., dealing with the psychological aftermath of accidents, robberies, suicide, homicide, or community violence. In addition, the RAPID model has been found effective in promoting personal and community resilience. Participants will increase their abilities to: - Discuss key concepts related to PFA - Listen reflectively - Differentiate benign, non-incapacitating psychological/ behavioral crisis reactions from more severe, potentially incapacitating, crisis reactions - Prioritize (triage) psychological/ behavioral crisis reactions - Mitigate acute distress and dysfunction, as appropriate - Recognize when to facilitate access to further mental health support - Practice self-care Developed in collaboration with Johns Hopkins Open Education Lab....

Top reviews

PG

Feb 9, 2017

A very helpful course and full of practical information for persons interfered with disaster relief and crisis intervention as this course has a well- planned syllabus and really informative vignettes

GT

Dec 19, 2019

Great structure and interactive format. Clear expectations and excellent materials. Subject was explained in an effective manner that was easily understood and applied. Very useful for any profession!

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By James M

May 6, 2020

This course is an excellent introduction to psychological first aid. The instructor is extremely knowledgeable and very engaging. The course materials and assessments are good.

By Peter R

Apr 22, 2020

I think it is important to see how to, and how not to do, psychological first aid. The videos were good, the lectures appropriately paced and i liked the note-taking side bar.

By David E

May 2, 2016

For me, this course was very much above average. I am overly empathetic and I'm hoping that I've learned to assess a difficult situation without becoming emotionally involved.

By Maxine C B

Aug 10, 2022

Professor clearly articulates content, and the videos and summaries were extremely useful. I learned a lot, new information, especially on triaging and self-care. thank you.

By Francis C

Apr 29, 2021

El contenido es enriquecedor. Me ayudará a tener una visión y conducta más acertada cuando me encuentre en una situación en la que se requieran primeros auxilios psicológicos.

By MARIA P L

Jul 31, 2020

Esse curso vai me ajudar a ajudar pessoas em minha volta, se por ventura, acontecer algum desastre. Eu considero esse curso bastante proveitoso. Foi muito bom participar dele.

By Carmen A

May 23, 2020

It is very interesting! As a psychology student, I have found it very useful and practical, it gives you a first guidance in the crisis intervention area. Highly reccomend it.

By Nenad P

May 13, 2020

Absolutely brilliant course. A MUST for anyone involved in crisis response or wants to learn how to help loved ones through tough times. Great for everyday life situations to.

By Tomilola O

Apr 24, 2020

I enjoyed the classes so much that I completed it before scheduled time and still did not want it to end. It was very interesting...i look forward the a followup course/class.

By MOHAMED M K

Apr 17, 2020

One of the interesting courses that will give you some new insights into the management of persons with acute distress following disasters or psychologically traumatic events.

By Yola L

Sep 27, 2017

The videos where very clear and nice to watch. George is very good at making the lesson videos to the point, interested and very clear. No nonsense. Really like to watch them.

By Sally F

Jan 26, 2023

I really enjoyed doing this course it gives you a basic but complete and helpful insight on how to respond and give help to people who have been through a terrible experience

By Nick B

Nov 24, 2022

A great course to get an understanding of what is involved in a real-life situation and how to respond. George is perfect as the teacher with him calm and controlled persona.

By Tan S

Jun 13, 2022

The lectures are clear and well-presented. The simulations provided good examples of how RAPID could be effectivley applied. Overall, a very good introductory course to PFA.

By Christy M

Jul 10, 2021

This course is one that I feel could benefit anyone who takes it. The dialogue and scenarios that applied the lectures were very helpful in better understanding the material.

By Irfan 1

Feb 15, 2021

The course was fabulous and outstanding.I learn so much useful knowledge due to quality of material in the course .thanks a lot for providing such a great informative course.

By Franklin K

Jul 22, 2020

It's really an amazing course to learn especially when you're in a country or place that really need this kind of skill because there are many crisis or tragedy happen there.

By MD A R

Jun 27, 2020

It was a great course for me. George Everly, Jr is a good lecturer and he has the ability to control the situation easily. Thanks, Coursera. Thanks, Johns Hopkins University.

By Shreya M

Jun 20, 2020

A very informative course with easy to follow slides. the best part is the simulation activities which help you realize what to do and what not to do instead of preaching it.

By Maria D J M F

Jun 14, 2020

Realmente me parecio un muy buen curso me da la oportunidad de comprender las bases e interesarme en desarrollar todavia mas conocimiento de os primeros auxilios psicologicos

By Lori C

Jun 8, 2020

I really enjoyed this course and would highly recommend anyone to take this course. To me this is just as important as CPR. The Professor is great at making up this material.

By Laine D

Jul 4, 2017

Great course overall. Very engaging with the exchange between videos, lectures, presentations, and real life accounts. The course really does need to be distributed widely.

By James P

Mar 7, 2017

i found that the foundation principles are important and the practical examples fostered the learning process. It fits will into the needed services in a disaster situation.

By Tanja D

Sep 6, 2021

Very well explanation, easy to follow (especially for a foreigner like me). I have learnt a lot and will implement it into my dayly work. Thank you for a great experience!!

By Bolade O

Nov 8, 2020

The course actually gave me an experience and edge to deal with people in crisis and in need of Psychological First Aid. I can't wait to get started and help others in need.