This course is designed for those mental health professionals interested in peace
officer occupations and the relative impact of PTSD on peace officers. This course
will cite and explain the relevant research as it related to Post Traumatic Stress
Disorder and decision-making processes among police officers. The DSM-5
diagnostic criteria are discussed, as well as the prevalence of PTSD in police and
other public safety occupations. Various leading research on PTSD and decision-
making in police and military personnel will be discussed along with the
neurobiological implications of PTSD. Briefly, this course will also discuss possible
implications of the research for consideration when conducting evaluations of peace
officers including pre-employment, fitness for duty, and treatment.

3 CE Credits