Class Enrollment

MOAB - ***FOR ED, BHU, & SECURITY***
Date/Time:	Fri 8/29/2025 from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location:	Classroom # 1, Zone C (Green - 1701 Building), 1st Floor
Class Price:	$0.00

Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)

Course Information:

Virginia Hospital Center values the safety of its staff and has recognized this alarming trend. In order to help maintain a safe working environment, ED, BHU, and Security staff  must be certified in the Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB). MOAB is a comprehensive de-escalation and safety training that is specifically designed to give healthcare workers a solid knowledge and kinetic base to help keep our working environment safe.

Class will consist of a lecture/didactic portion and physical skills (6 hours):

• A lecture portion will provide review of information covered in the text book and demonstration of skills. The instructors will review the pre-test and clarify any points, (90-120 minutes).
• Test - a short 10-question test from the text and lecture material, (30 minutes).
• Physical skills portion – learning blocks, removing self, basic restraints, and more! (3 hours)
  • Please come prepared for class - we will be moving around a lot!
  • Bring water and snacks
  • Wear comfortable clothing and shoes (preferably scrubs, work uniforms, tennis shoes, or appropriate workout attire. Please do not wear revealing clothing, jewelry, sandals, or flip-flops)
  • Arrive on time or early. You will not be permitted into class once it has started – and you will be charged as a no-show ($50). 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your department’s MOAB instructors. We are looking forward to see you in class!

Terms and Conditions:

VHC Employees – Failure to attend or cancel 72 hours prior to course will result in a $50.00 deduction from the next paycheck. If you show up to the class late, you will not be allowed in the class and you will be charged a no show fee.

For cancellations, please email: vhceducation@vhchealth.org 

Contacts for Course Questions/Concerns:

ED –               Meghan Bozzelli      mbozzelli@vhchealth.org

Security –      Chad Ellis                  cellis@vhchealth.org

BHU –        Juliet Kingsley             jkingsley@vhchealth.org