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        Advanced Crisis Negotiator
                                             In Extremis
                                              Frank Zuccala 

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                         Course description

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The Advanced Crisis Negotiation Course is a 30-hour, evidence-based program designed for experienced negotiators, tactical personnel, supervisors, and public safety professionals. Building on foundational negotiation skills, the course examines advanced communication strategies, behavioral analysis, mental illness recognition and management, suicide intervention, trauma-informed engagement, and decision-making under stress. Through case studies, practical exercises, and scenario-based training, participants will develop the skills necessary to effectively manage complex, high-risk incidents while improving communication, reducing risk, and enhancing resolution outcomes.

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​In Extremis LLC provides specialized training and consulting for government agencies, first responders, and organizations operating in high-risk environments. Our programs integrate tactical operations, behavioral health, and real-world experience to improve decision-making, enhance safety, and reduce organizational liability.

 

                                                        About Dr. Frank Zuccala

Notable certifications:

  • POST instructor certificate (Montana)

  • IBSC board certification in tactical medicine (tr-c)

  • IBSC board certification in wilderness medicine (wp-c)

  • Fellow of the Academy of Wilderness Medicine (FAWM)

  • firearms instructor - montana law enforcement academy

  • USCCA Instructor & range safety officer (RSO)

 

Notable courses completed:

  • FBI - National Crisis Negotiation Course (NCNC)

  • FBI - Regional Crisis Negotiation Course (RCNC)

  • NTOA - Crisis Negotiations Team Leader Development Course

  • NTOA - Advanced Crisis Negotiation Course

  • NTOA - Basic Crisis Negotiation Course

  • NTOA - Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training

  • Basic special weapons and tactics (SWAT)

  • advanced SWAT medic course

  • SWAT team leader development course

  • SWAT hostage rescue course

  • Active Attack Integrated Response (AAIR) Instructor Course

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