Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Refresher
Refresh and enhance your Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) skills through practical, scenario-based training. This refresher course reinforces safe working practices, communication techniques, de-escalation strategies and approved intervention skills to help maintain confidence, competence and compliance within health and social care settings. As part of the booking process, you will be required to provide a copy of your previous CPI certificate. This is required to verify your eligibility for the refresher course and to enable your training to be registered with CPI.
Overview
The Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Refresher course is designed for learners who have previously completed CPI training and require an annual update to maintain their knowledge, practical skills and competency.
The course revisits the key principles of crisis prevention, behaviour recognition, communication, de-escalation and approved intervention techniques. Through practical demonstrations, simulated scenarios and competency assessment, learners will refresh their ability to safely manage behaviours of concern while promoting person-centred care, dignity and the least restrictive approach.
This refresher course supports ongoing professional development and helps organisations maintain compliance with workplace training requirements.
What you'll learn
- Refresh their understanding of Crisis Prevention Intervention principles.
- Recognise early warning signs and stages of behaviour escalation.
- Apply effective communication and de-escalation techniques.
- Demonstrate person-centred approaches to preventing crisis situations.
- Review dynamic risk assessment during challenging situations.
- Demonstrate approved CPI intervention techniques safely and effectively.
- Maintain personal safety while protecting the dignity of those in their care.
- Understand post-incident reporting, reflection and learning.
- Demonstrate continued practical competence through assessment.
Accreditation
CPI Certified
Available dates
Mon, 20 Jul 2026, 09:00
OpenLeadcare Head Quarters
£50.00
Book this dateFrequently asked questions
Who should attend this course?
This course is designed for learners who have previously completed Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training and are due to renew their certification. It should be completed within 12 months of the date of the previous CPI certificate.
Do I need previous CPI training?
Yes. This course is designed as a refresher and is not suitable for learners with no previous CPI training.
Is there a practical assessment?
Yes. Learners will be required to demonstrate competency in the practical elements of the course.
What should I wear?
Please wear comfortable clothing and flat, enclosed footwear suitable for practical exercises.
How long is the certificate valid?
1 year
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