The PCM Train the Trainer Model
The PCMA employs a “train the trainer” model to allow user organizations to maintain the PCM certifications of their staff in a cost effective way.
Unlike other systems, all PCM Instructors are “first generation” instructors. That is, they have all been trained by the expert instructor trainers employed by PCMA. The quality of training is not “watered down” by allowing others to train instructors.
Instructors can either be trained at the user organization (if there are enough participants) or at the PCMA headquarters in Ft. Lauderdale Florida.
Typically, instructors are employed by user organizations and train the staff of the organization.
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"We have been using PCM at Behavior Services of Brevard since 1998 with great results. The criterion-based training allows us to assess staff performance both during and after crises, facilitating immediate after-incident feedback. Since opening our Intensive-Behavioral ADT in 2003, we have had no known consumer or staff injuries from utilizing PCM in crisis situations, even though we work with some of the most behaviorally-challenged individuals in our county. This has cut our workers compensation costs dramatically. In our experience, the value of PCM far outweighs the nominal cost of training. The peace of mind is free.
" Dr. Karen Wagner Director | ||
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"PCM strategies have made a huge impact on reducing the number of actual physical restraints in our facility. The continuum of least restrictive to most restrictive has been very effective in de-escalating our students prior to crisis." Erin Stabnow Education Coordinator |