TechValidate Research on Crisis Prevention Institute

“CPI training is very thorough and practical!”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“CPI gives us techniques and strategies to use when dealing with behavior outbursts without getting students or staff members injured if redirection or de-escalation attempts do not work. We do everything in our power to redirect or de-escalate but there may be times these attempts do not work and a severely disabled student may have a major outburst(s). If this should occur, we have the training and skills to appropriately handle the situation while keeping everyone safe.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes because of an increase in direct instruction time (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.).”

“CPI helps staff feel more confident and prepared to deal with challenging behaviors, which helps them stay calmer and more in control when kids are acting out and staff help is needed.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“CPI training has given staff a sense of security and confidence in dealing with students.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“I have been training with CPI for over 15 years. I appreciate how it has evolved over the years and continues to meet our needs as teachers who work with students and parents who can escalate. I also appreciate the way it has diversified to meet the needs of a variety of organizations. CPI totally meets our state requirements for the use of restrictive procedures.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“I believe Crisis Prevention Institute training is very important in the educational settings I work in.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“CPI has made a difference with giving staff the skills and confidence in handling an escalated student.”

“CPI provides great skills for all teachers to have!”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“CPI training techniques keep everyone safe.”

“Staff and students are able to have consistency in their interactions with all persons following CPI processes. The staff is better able to manage behaviors before they can become out of control, thereby allowing more instructional time.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“CPI is a comprehensive program that integrates both verbal and physical de-escalation skills. It is easily taught to all staff.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“After implementing CPI training, our staff feels more confident and safe when dealing with a dis-regulated student. I’ve seen the most change in our paraprofessionals and sped staff.”

“CPI gives teachers and staff a way to communicate with one another and approach crisis situations so that all involved can walk away feeling supported.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“CPI provides good information that is helpful in all areas of our lives.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“We are better equipped to handle small issues before they become big problems.”

“I believe in CPI’s proactive, positive approach and philosophy of Care, Welfare, Safety, and Security for students and STAFF!”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“CPI gives our staff skills in de-escalation and building relationships.”

“I have been a CPI Certified Instructor for almost 20 years. I have never experienced anything but responsive, helpful service from CPI. Training has been great, ordering resources have been great, and trainer tips are so useful!”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“I believe the training has allowed staff to internalize the concept that physical intervention is the last resort. Our staff feels more comfortable with giving students the gift of time and space to de-escalate rather than intervening in a way that will possibly cause further escalation.”

“CPI has given our staff the confidence to approach crisis situations verbally rather than jumping in physically.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“CPI techniques and strategies are the best to use in times of crisis.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“CPI makes a difference in our school’s staff and students because the school climate is calmer and safer.”

“I find that the verbal de-escalation techniques can effectively help de-escalate a student. The physical aspects have been very helpful for physically acting-out students.”

“CPI reduced the number of physical restraints needed on students. It also helps staff understand why intervening verbally is the most important step.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“I respect the philosophy of CPI!”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“Our staff are more confident and competent in both de-escalating skills and last-resort physical holds.”

“I believe that CPI is the best way to help students in crisis. I have used it almost daily since I have been trained. Just knowing the CPI Verbal Escalation Continuum has improved our school.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“CPI has helped our staff respond to crisis situations in a uniform matter. Students know what to expect and de-escalate quicker.”

“CPI is a well-proven organization, that keeps people safe in potentially bad situations.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“Our organization is able to demonstrate safety and professionalism when having to prevent and/or intervene in problematic behaviors.”

“CPI is a nationally recognized and supported program.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“Our organization has had a huge reduction in the use of seclusion and restraint. This has helped us completely avoid any possible injury that can occur even in the safest and most careful physical interaction with students. Staff also feel much more confident in their skills for dealing with students who exhibit potentially dangerous behavior (to themselves or others).”

“I feel that CPI has a strong foundation for preventing escalating situations before they can happen.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“CPI instills confidence in our staff!”

“I think Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® is the best program available!”

“CPI integrates other areas of expertise and combines them into one concise program.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“I think CPI gives our staff a platform to grow in developing de-escalation techniques.”

“CPI techniques are proactive and help prevent further crisis, and all staff who work with students in my facility could benefit. Also, the techniques learned will work for individuals outside of their employment because CPI teaches great strategies for working and communicating with people in general.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“The classrooms I work in are safer, the staff feels more confident in their abilities to manage disruptive or dangerous students, and the students feel safer due to the strategies that staff has implemented to keep them safe.”

“CPI training is beneficial in all aspects of life and raises awareness of how to manage conflicts while protecting yourself and others in the process.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“CPI creates a more consistent and professional way to handle acting-out behaviors.”

“Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® training is a great program. It has always been effective for staff and students!”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“CPI has made a difference in the lives of our staff and students in that staff feel safer and much better equipped to manage behavior.”

“CPI has made a difference in that our staff works better with the students as there is a reduction in anxiety when they’re interacting with each other.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“I find CPI to be very closely aligned with the needs we have as staff as well as the needs of the students in our schools in terms of appropriately handling disruptive behavior.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“The Trauma-Informed Care training is very helpful to my staff because it allows them to look at the behavior of children from a different perspective. CPI has also significantly changed how we interact with potentially aggressive students, and has allowed us to write into the positive behavior intervention plans specific language with a clear understanding of what is meant.”

“This training has equipped me with a plan of action in handling crisis situations.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“CPI has made a difference for us by giving staff more confidence with students who are behaviorally challenged.”

“CPI provides high-quality training, research-based intervention practices, and outstanding customer support!”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“CPI has made a difference in the lives of our staff and students in that there is an increased level of safety perceived by both. Staff feels better equipped in the de-escalation process, which decreases office referrals, explosive student behaviors, suspensions, and the need for restraint/seclusion. It has been a blessing to see the use of handcuffing students by security guards virtually eliminated!”