Grit and Tenacity for the 911 Professional
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Resilience & Peer Support
Grit and Tenacity for the 911 Professional
More than a headset.
This job demands grit, resilience, and the strength to thrive under pressure. This course gives you practical tools to build endurance, sharpen focus, and lead with resilience.
This is a Pre-Conference class hosted by CALNENA.
Sunday March 1, 2026 8 AM - 5 PM
Los Angeles, CA - CALNENA Conference
Instructors: Rick Janka, PsyD and Ryan Dedmon, MA, CMCP
To register & pay: https://bit.ly/gt911professionals
Conference Website: https://calnena.org/events/calnena-annual-conference/
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How will I grow?
Develop habits that strengthen mental toughness, consistency, and
adaptability.
Who is it for?
All 911 Professionals
What is it?
Discover what grit and tenacity truly mean in 911 communications.
Course Details
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