Resources for New VRA Cadre Members
The following webinars and readings introduce violence risk and threat assessments for new members of the VRA Cadre. These trainings must be completed in order to continue membership.
Introductory Trainings
The following two trainings will help you become acquainted with how mental health clinicians work within schools and the justice system on violence risk and threat assessment. For the best viewing experience, it is recommended that you view the trainings in full screen. Please complete each training and then complete the associated quiz.
The Mental Health Professional & Schools
Connecting to be More Effective
Working with the Justice System
(Kim Etherton)
Directed Readings
The following readings will provide in depth information on violence risk and threat assessment. Please read each resource and then complete the associated quiz or survey.
*Although there is no quiz based on the reading, it still remains a required reading for VRA Cadre training. Once completed, please take the Training Needs Survey to assist us in identifying next steps for this training program.
Project Partners
This project is funded by a contract from the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Behavioral Health Community-Based Services (85371 O4).