Debriefing is a term used to describe a wide variety of practices, procedures, and protocols. One of the most common conceptualizations of debriefing is that of a formal, large group event during which everyone involved in the incident shares what they saw and what happened with the goal of learning what could have done differently.

In this program, we aim to “widen the lens” on debriefing practices. We use the term debriefing and mutual support practices to include practices used in the aftermath of critical events as well as practices that provide support with the day-to-day accumulation of trauma exposure and stress.

Anyone who is interested in learning more about debriefing and mutual support practices. This session would be applicable to both facilitators as well as those responsible for creating and implementing support practices in their workplace.

Past participants of our programs include professionals from healthcare, education, legal fields, policing, military, government agencies, public health, advocacy, animal welfare, and many others.

Two days of training plus two virtual sessions. Breakfast, lunch, coffee breaks, and snacks will be served during the two live training days in Toronto.

Participants will also receive:

• Access to three of our on-demand trainings – Empathic Strain & Secondary Traumatic Stress 101: Understanding the Essentials, Key Tools to Safeguard Your Well-Being: Building Your Essential Toolkit, and Psychological First Aid: Helping Each Other Through.
• A one-year subscription to the TEND Toolkit
• Presentation slides, handouts, resources, and other materials via Dropbox

Note: Travel to the training location in Toronto or accommodations are not included.

Yes. All participants of the Debriefing & Mutual Support Program will be given access to three of our on-demand webinars that cover the basics of secondary traumatic stress, grounding practices, and psychological first aid. These sessions will give you the fundamental knowledge necessary for the live, two-day training. These materials will be made available to you upon receipt of your course fee or non-refundable deposit.

We encourage all participants to set aside 3-hours of protected time prior to the beginning of the program to review the introductory material.

You will require a reliable internet connection, a microphone, and webcam. Participants will also need to be comfortable using the online program Dropbox to access materials for this program.

Yes. Both of the virtual Q&As sessions will be recorded and can be viewed on your own schedule. Note that live sessions are not recorded. Please also note that all timings in this course are in Eastern Time (ET).

We reserve the right to cancel this course should the number of registrations be insufficient. We are not responsible for any costs that may be incurred by the cancellation of this course.

In the event that TEND cancels this program, all course fees including deposits will be returned to participants.

Cancellations must be received 30-days prior to the beginning of this course. If you choose to cancel your registration on or before Tuesday, April 16, 2024, you will receive a refund of your course fee minus the registration deposit of $500.00 CAD.

No refunds will be issued on or after Wednesday, April 17, 2024. A colleague may attend in your place.

Note that TEND is not responsible for any costs incurred related to travel or accommodation to the event space.

Terms & Conditions apply

Registration for this program is limited to ensure a personalized experience for all participants. If the current session is full, email Jennifer, our Training Support Lead, to be placed on our waiting list.

Yes. We offer our Debriefing & Mutual Support program as an in-house training to organizations. View our downloadable program PDF or contact us to learn more.