Classes and Events
Sharp HealthCare AVADE Full Training Class
This class is recommended for all employees.
Presented by All
This initial level I/II class is designed to provide training to help you prevent violence in the workplace via a program known as AVADE (awareness, vigilance, avoidance, defense, escape/environment).
This training offers informative, proactive strategies and interventions that can help prevent and mitigate fear, conflict and aggression, while creating a culture of safety. The class is comprehensive and relevant to stop escalation and reduce risk of injury to staff.
You will receive training strategies and techniques to mitigate escalated and violent behavior through proactive communication skills and techniques for real-world escalated situations. The class will also cover workplace violence, verbal de-escalation techniques and self-defense tactics.
This class is recommended for all Sharp employees.
Registration is required. Walk-ins will not be accepted. If you do not receive an email confirming your enrollment, please call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277).
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel your registration for this event, please call 1-800-827-4277 Monday through Friday, 7 am to 7 pm, or log in to your account to cancel online.
Fee Information
Please note that Sharp employees are subject to a $25 payroll deduction if they do not attend or if they cancel or reschedule less than 24 hours prior to the start time of the class.
Traveling nurses currently on assignment with Sharp can register at a discount. Please call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277) and provide the agent with your Lawson number to enroll.
Special Instructions
Classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment. If a class is cancelled, you will be notified by phone two days before the class and will have the opportunity to attend another date.
Arrival
Students enrolled in this class will receive a welcome email directly from AVADE prior to their course date.
Participants who arrive more than five minutes after the class start time will be asked to reschedule.
What to Bring
- Please wear scrubs or comfortable clothing. You will be asked to perform self-defense movements.
- A meal break will be provided. Please plan to bring your own food and beverages
- If your class is at the Sharp Corporate Office (Spectrum), please make sure to bring your Sharp ID badge if you are an employee.