Other Trainings Offered by the Community Engagement Team

The Community Engagement Unit of the NUPD has developed and delivers training courses to Northeastern University and neighboring communities; and it participates as an active member in partnerships of local community groups and government agencies. The following is a summary and evaluation of these activities.

Situational Awareness Training 101 (SAT):

This course is our recommended pre-requisite training with the goal of raising awareness of the importance of security and security controls. Situational awareness training is the improvement of someone’s perception of environmental elements and events, the comprehension of their meaning, and the projection of their future status. This training is also available in Spanish.

De-escalation Training:

De-escalation Training is a follow-up to Situational Awareness Training. This training provides insights and tools to help those who may be required to manage emotionally escalated employees, coworkers, or customers. This training is scenario based using recognized, practical tips on how to de-escalate emotionally charged situations by opening lines of communications all the while remaining safe.

Active Threat Training:

Active Threat Training demonstrates what to do when confronted with violence in the workplace, the importance of reporting aggressive behavior and how to recognize warning signs that often lead to violence.

First Aid Training:

First Aid Training helps you recognize and respond appropriately to first aid emergencies and to know when to give immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill person until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. This training is also available in Spanish.

Stop the Bleed:

Stop the bleed training is aimed at the general public, including bystanders and non-medical personnel, to empower them with the knowledge and skills to take immediate action in emergencies involving severe bleeding. This training increase preparedness and resilience in the face of unforeseen emergencies.

The Next Stop the Bleed Class will be on Friday, April 17, 2026.

Scam & Fraud Prevention Training:

This course is intended to raise awareness of fraudulent practices and assist you in performing your role in preventing, detecting, and reporting fraud. It reinforces your understanding of fraud and the negative impact it can have.

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