Certified Workplace Violence Prevention for Healthcare Workers (CWVP-H)

Course Description

The purpose of this course is to help healthcare workers better understand the scope and the nature of violence in the healthcare workplace. Participants will learn how to recognize the key elements of a comprehensive workplace violence prevention program, understand how organizational systems impact workplace violence, and apply individual strategies to develop skills for preventing and responding to workplace violence. Content is derived from content experts and from the OSHA 2004 Guidelines for Preventing Workplace Violence for Health Care and Social Service Workers (OSHA 3148-01R 2004).

Course Objectives
At the conclusion of the course, the participant will be able to:

Identify institutional, environmental, and policy risk factors for workplace violence.

Recognize behavioral warning signs of violence in individuals.

Employ communication and teamwork skills to prevent and manage violence.

Identify appropriate resources to support injured healthcare workers.

Take steps to implement a comprehensive workplace violence prevention program.

Learning Outcomes

Identify risks and warning signs of workplace violence specific to healthcare settings, including patient and visitor-related incidents.

Develop and implement prevention strategies, policies, and reporting procedures tailored for healthcare facilities.

Apply de-escalation techniques, safe intervention methods, and emergency response procedures to protect staff and patients.

Support ongoing training, documentation, and compliance with OSHA, Joint Commission, and industry standards.

Target Audience

The Workplace Violence Prevention for Healthcare Workers course is intended for the following healthcare professionals who desire an introduction to workplace violence prevention strategies:

Registered Nurses

Nurse Practitioners

Physician Assistants

Physicians

Veterinarians

Health Educators

Nursing students

Medical students