Interpersonal Communication with Family and Friends
Interpersonal communication skills are vital for policing; however, little emphasis is put on how those skills can be used to improve communication with family and friends. In this course, Dr. Mike Pittaro will address the issue of work-family conflict and the added stress of ineffective communication with family and friends. He will discuss how interpersonal communication can improve your relationships and outline techniques that can be used to reduce stress and improve relationships.
Course Length: 1 Hour
Meet your Instructor
Dr. Michael Pittaro
Expertise:
Associate Professor of Criminal Justice
American Military University
Dr. Mike Pittaro is an Associate Professor of Criminal Justice with American Military University and an adjunct professor with several colleges/universities. Before pursuing a career in higher education, Dr. Pittaro worked in corrections administration; served as the executive director of an outpatient drug and alcohol facility; and served as executive director of a crime prevention agency. He has 32 years of experience and education in criminal justice and continues to serve internationally as a sought-out author, presenter, and subject matter expert.
Dr. Pittaro holds a PhD in criminal justice; an MPA in public administration, and a BS in criminal justice. Among his nearly 150 publications, including three book publications, he is the author of the 2021 book, Pursuing and Navigating a Career in Criminal Justice and is currently writing, An Introduction to Corrections. His areas of expertise are in corrections, namely correctional leadership, and in providing education and awareness of suicide among criminal justice professionals. He is a QPR certified suicide prevention facilitator and has a master’s certification in emotional intelligence.
He resides in Lower Saucon Township, Pennsylvania with his wife and their five children.
Other Courses from Dr. Michael Pittaro
Positive Ways to Deal with Stress Roll Call
Defining Different Types of Stress Roll Call
Negative Coping Strategies in Law Enforcement Roll Call
Dealing with Personal Issues Now Roll Call
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Improving Your Personal Relationships Roll Call