EMS Training Videos

The COPE training videos below depict real-life pediatric suicide, trauma, death, and grief scenarios. The COPE team acknowledges that this content may be difficult to view. We encourage you to care for your well-being and safety

Video series is meant to be viewed, individually or in a small group, in order.

Allow time for self reflection and/or group discussion after watching each video.

Videos produced by COPE.


Video 1: Communicating with families

Learn about principles of communication, how to engage with the family, dividing on-scene responsibilities, and providing emotional support.

Video 2: Suicide by overdose

Scenario-based video on family engagement and communication principles related to self-inflicted injury.

Video 3: Motor vehicle collision with child fatality

Scenario-based video on family engagement and communication principles related to motor vehicle collisions with child fatality.

Video 4: SUID:SIDS

Scenario-based video on family engagement, communication, and transport considerations related to responding to a SUID:SIDS call.

Video 5: Secondary trauma prevention

Learn about coping, self-care, and the importance of seeking out support resources when needed.

Video 6: DNR

Scenario-based video on family engagement, communication, and transport considerations related to responding to a DNR call.

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

If you or someone you know is thinking about self-harm, suicide, or is experiencing a mental health crisis, help is available

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