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Hostage Negotiation and Crisis Intervention Tactics

CODE: ITS18 

DURATION: 5 Days/10 Days

CERTIFICATIONS: CPD

  • Modern facilities
  • Course materials and certificate
  • Accredited international trainers

5 Days

$6,500

10 Days

$11,700

Course Overview

This course provides an in-depth exploration of hostage negotiation and crisis intervention tactics, combining theory, psychological principles, and practical strategies used in high stakes scenarios.  The course covers de-escalation techniques designed to calm emotionally charged individuals, as well as structured decision-making models to guide negotiators through complex, evolving incidents. Participants will learn proven communication frameworks, de-escalation techniques, and decision-making models that are essential in managing volatile situations involving hostages, barricaded individuals, or persons in emotional crisis.

Course Delivery

This course is available in the following formats:

Virtual

Classroom

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Course Outcomes

Delegates will gain the knowledge and skills to:

Demonstrate an understanding of crisis psychology and behavioral patterns in high-stress incidents.

Apply negotiation and de-escalation strategies to manage volatile individuals and groups.

Utilize active listening and rapport-building techniques to foster cooperation.

Assess threats and risks to support safe and effective decision-making.

Employ structured crisis intervention models to resolve incidents with minimal harm.

Key Course Highlights

At the end of this course, you’ll understand:

  • Comprehensive coverage of crisis negotiation principles and strategies.
  • Practical scenario-based training and role-play exercises.
  • Insights from real-world hostage and crisis case studies.
  • Emphasis on communication, empathy, and psychological awareness.
  • Tools and frameworks to enhance teamwork and multi-agency collaboration.
Who Should Attend

The course is designed for law enforcement officers, emergency responders, military personnel, security professionals, correctional officers, mental health practitioners, and crisis intervention teams who may encounter hostage or crisis situations in the line of duty. It is also valuable for professionals in related fields seeking to develop advanced communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills applicable in both professional and community settings.

Upcoming Course Dates

Delivery Format: Classroom & Virtual

Date: 04/05/2026

Location: London

Delivery Format: Classroom & Virtual

Date: 28/09/2026

Location: Lisbon

Delivery Format: Classroom & Virtual

Date: 02/11/2026

Location: London

Hostage Negotiation and Crisis Intervention Tactics

✓ Modern facilities

✓ Course materials and certificate

✓ Accredited international trainers

✓ Training materials and workbook

✓ Access to online resources

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