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About the Course
Dr. Heather McElroy discusses the definition, legal context, and purpose of fitness for duty evaluations for law enforcement officers and other public safety personnel. The course covers various aspects of these evaluations, including the criteria for referral, the process involved, qualifications and ethical standards for professionals who conduct them, and common myths surrounding the evaluations. It also touches on related concepts like wellness visits and critical incident debriefings, and provides additional resources for attendees.
Your Instructor
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Dr. Heather McElroy
Dr. Heather McElroy is a board-certified police and public safety psychologist with extensive experience in conducting fitness for duty evaluations. She has dedicated her career to this specialized field, and her expertise is recognized by her service on the board of the American Board of Police and Public Safety Psychology. Dr. McElroy has also contributed to writing guidelines for the International Association of Chiefs of Police and is a certified police officer with experience as a hostage negotiator. Her passion and daily work revolve around supporting and evaluating public safety personnel.