Kognito Previews E-learning Course on Identifying and Responding to Students in Mental Distress at the 2008 NASPA Conference, Booth #185

Kognito Interactive, an award-winning developer of immersive learning simulations, will demonstrate its upcoming e-learning courseware aimed at training university faculty and staff in how to identify and respond to students in mental distress during the 2008 NASPA Conference being held in Boston, Massachusetts March 8 - 12, 2008.

(PRWEB) March 7, 2008

WHO:
Kognito Interactive, an award-winning developer of immersive learning simulations, will dmonstrate its upcoming e-learning courseware aimed at training university faculty and staff in how to identify and respond to students in mental distress during the 2008 NASPA Conference being held in Boston,Massachusetts March 8 - 12, 2008.

WHAT:
This 1½ hour interactive online course assists in teaching faculty practical skills in identifying and responding to students exhibiting behavioral patterns associated with depression, drug and alcohol abuse, aggression, and thoughts of suicide.

Through a series of interactive case studies, exercises, and role-playing simulations, faculty develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to handle situations they may face in real life.

Among other things, faculty learn to:
1. Identify potential indicators of mental distress in students
2. Manage conversations with students to determine the need for a referral
3. Properly refer students
4. Recognize their role as faculty, versus the role of counselors

More information about the courseware can be viewed at: http://www.kognito.com/mh

WHEN:
National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) 2008 Annual Conference. Exhibit Floor Open: March 9-12, 2008

WHERE:
John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center, 900 Boylston Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 02115. Booth Number #185, http://www.naspa.org/conference

CONTACT:
Ron Goldman, Kognito 212-675-9234

ABOUT KOGNITO:
Kognito (http://www.kognito.com) is a leading developer of immersive learning simulations for academic and business education. Our web-based simulations and training programs allow learners to practice and build experiences so they can better perform in real-life situations. Located in Manhattan, our team has a unique combination of expertise in psychology, learning and leadership as well as innovative simulation and game technology. Utilizing its proprietary simulation platform technology and processes, Kognito has worked with Fortune 500 companies, academic institutions and government entities to design and deliver measurable and effective learning solutions.

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