Description
NOVA Basic CRT Training
The NOVA Basic Crisis Response Team (CRT) Training is a 24-hour training pre-approved by the National Advocate Credentialing Program (NACP)® & D-SAACP. The course is designed to provide individuals with a comprehensive overview of NOVA’s Crisis Intervention Model.
This CRT Basic training will consist of a one-hour Mandatory Orientation session, 18 hours of Instructor Led Training (Class) and 4-6 hours of Self-Paced Learning (Homework). See the schedule below for class dates and times. The live classes and the practice GCI session will all be held in Zoom. There are 4 required assignments and a required end of course evaluation. Additional resources are included as optional learning experiences. Optional Virtual Practice Sessions will be offered following each class term and are open to any Virtual CRT participants.
Course Materials
Class links, homework assignments, and additional resources can be accessed thru the NOVA Learning Center, a NOVA CRT Manual and Workbook will be mailed to participants once registration has closed.
Attendance Policy
To earn a certificate of completion, students must attend the orientation and live class days, submit all required homework by the deadline, and complete the end of class survey. Participants who miss up to 3 hours of a live class will be provided a link to watch the recording and answer questions as a make up assignment. Participants who miss more than 3 hours will not be eligible to receive a certificate.
2026 Virtual Schedule
February 2026 Registration = Deadline January 28, 2026
Orientation = February 4, 2026 11:00am-12:00pm EST or 2:00pm-3:00pm EST (Choose One)
Class Day 1 = February 11, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST
Class Day 2 = February 18, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST
Class Day 3 = February 25, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST
Class Day 4 = March 4, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST
Class Day 5 = March 11, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST (Homework deadline 5:00pm EST)
Virtual GCI Practice = March 18, 2026 11:00am-1:00pm EST (Optional)
June 2026 - Registration Deadline May 20, 2026
Orientation = May 27, 2026 11:00am-12:00pm EST or 2:00pm-3:00pm EST (Choose One)
Class Day 1 = June 3, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST
Class Day 2 = June 10, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST
Class Day 3 = June 17, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST
Class Day 4 = June 24, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST
Class Day 5 = July 1, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST (Homework deadline 5:00pm EST)
Virtual GCI Practice = July 8, 2026 11:00am-1:00pm EST (Optional)
October 2026 - Registration Deadline September 23, 2026
Orientation = September 30, 2026 11:00am-12:00pm EST or 2:00pm-3:00pm EST (Choose One)
Class Day 1 = October 7, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST
Class Day 2 = October 14, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST
Class Day 3 = October 21, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST
Class Day 4 = October 28, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST
Class Day 5 = November 4, 2026 11:00am-3:00pm EST (Homework deadline 5:00pm EST)
Virtual GCI Practice = November 10, 2026 11:00am-1:00pm EST (Optional)
Registration:
NOVA Members - $475 Non-Members - $525
Cancellation/Refund Policy: A full refund minus $65 processing fee is available through the close of registration. After this date no refunds will be available, however registrations may be changed to a different virtual date.
For more information or assistance, please email [email protected]
Objectives
BASIC Crisis Response Team (CRT) Training Objectives
Introduction: Orientation on Crisis Response Teams
• To initiate training and group cohesion
• To create expectations for training including group projects
Chapter 1: Overview of Crisis Response
• To define trauma
• To describe how crisis response and intervention can contribute to coping with trauma
Chapter 2: The Trauma Response: Internal Factors
• To recognize the 3 stages of the physical and emotional crisis reaction
• To distinguish between normal brain function & traumatic brain function
• To apprehend how trauma affects brain function
Chapter 3: The Trauma Response: External Factors
• To sample a variety of dimensions surrounding a traumatic event
• To use these factors for considerations of diagramming a disaster
Chapter 4: Crisis Intervention - The NOVA Model (SSVVPP)
• To identify Safety & Security, Ventilation & Validation and Prediction & Preparation
• To explain Safety & Security, Ventilation & Validation and Prediction & Preparation
• To practice Safety & Security, Ventilation & Validation and Prediction & Preparation
Chapter 5: Group Crisis Intervention
• To identify the NOVA Model (SSVVPP) as applied to a group
• To explain the NOVA Model (SSVVPP) as applied to a group
• To practice the NOVA Model (SSVVPP) as applied to a group
Chapter 6: Death, Loss and Grief
• To engage participants on the concept of death and loss
• To prepare participants to consider their own ‘stuff’ before becoming a responder
• To understand key concrete steps to conveying uniquely bad news like a death notification
Chapter 7: Long-Term Stress Reactions
• To understand long term stress reactions
• To understand trigger events
Chapter 9: Spiritual Dimensions
• To explore how trauma impacts various belief systems
Chapter 14 &15: Continuum of Age
• To explore the unique reactions of children to trauma
• To examine how elders respond to trauma
• To examine how physical and emotional disabilities can impact trauma survivors
Chapter 16: Stress of Caregivers
• To examine what is stressful about responding to trauma
• To learn positive coping strategies for responding to trauma
Certificate
By completing/passing this course, you will attain the certificate CRT Basic 2026
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