Proactive Mental Health Training For First Responders
“BOS is helping over 74,000 First Responders just like you!”
50% of Frontline Workers are potentially screening positive for at least 1 mental health condition, caused by work stress. We Can Help.
BOS Helps First Responders & Healthcare Workers
Evidence-informed programs developed by leading mental health experts. Specifically designed for public safety personnel and first responders.
Hear from real first responders about how Before Operational Stress enhances their resilience, access to social support, and quality of life.
“Dr. McElheran’s BOS program not only fulfills these desires but has also clinically demonstrated the reduction of PTSD symptoms by utilizing a Stoic-based approach. The development of an online version of the BOS program offers to extend the reach and positive influence of this program. I have little doubt that the BOS program will continue to grow and positively impact the cultures of the organizations that adapt this program.”
Franklin Annis, Military philosopher, historian, and educational theorist.
200+
COMPANIES ONBOARDED
From small agencies to large departments across North America.
100%
EVIDENCE-INFORMED TRAINING
Every module is grounded in clinical psychology and resilience science.
74,000
FIRST RESPONDERS HELPED
Firefighters, officers, paramedics, and frontline workers are better equipped with BOS.
Proud Partners
BOS is honoured to work with the following institutions and organizations to promote better mental health for our most essential workers:
Be the BOS of Your Mental Health: BOS On Demand
Our online self-study program for individual public safety personnel and first responders. Get 24/7 on-demand access to resources you can use to proactively protect yourself in your role.
Address Stress Before It Escalates
Protect Long-Term Health, Relationships, and Career Longevity
Strengthen Mental Resilience for High-Pressure Calls
All Programs
Whether you need a self-paced online course, group training for your agency, or intensive therapy for trauma recovery, BOS has a program built for the specific demands of prehospital care.
BOS on Demand
Individual Online
Self-paced online training built for irregular shift schedules. Complete anytime, at your own pace.
BOS Classroom
Group Learning
Instructor-led training delivered directly to emergency centers and 911 agencies.
Trauma-Informed
Leadership Training
Helping leaders remain strong and steadfast while creating healthy organizational cultures.
PTSD Treatment
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Evidence-based psychotherapy for responders confronting post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to some of the questions we get most often from individuals and organizations:
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BOS is built on evidence-informed psychological principles commonly used in trauma and stress resilience work for public safety personnel. Our programs focus on practical skills that help you recognize the signs of operational stress early and develop effective strategies to prevent them from progressing.
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Research shows that BOS can significantly improve outcomes for first responders and public safety personnel including PTSD symptoms, mental health stigma, quality of life, and social support.
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First responders face repeated exposure to high-stress and potentially traumatic events as part of the job. Proactive support helps you build protective habits and skills early. This makes stress less likely to cause burnout, relationship strain, impaired performance, or longer-term mental health challenges.
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You’re not alone, and you still have options. BOS can help you understand what you’re experiencing and build the skills you need to protect your wellbeing. If symptoms are significant, it may be best to combine your training with direct clinical support from a qualified healthcare provider.
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Not in the traditional sense. BOS provides proactive training and structured support. It is not intended as a replacement for individualized diagnosis or treatment.
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The price for our BOS On Demand self-study program is $200 per participant. We also offer other programs for teams and organizations, with pricing that varies depending on program type, group size, and delivery format. Organizations are encouraged to contact us directly to request details and a quote.
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BOS helps organizations reduce operational stress impacts by giving personnel shared language, practical coping tools, and structured support pathways. It can also support healthier culture and leadership practices, especially when paired with leadership training. This can help your essential personnel speak up early when they experience signs of operational stress and access appropriate support.
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BOS Canada is owned and operated by Wayfound Mental Health Group, and BOS has been developed and disseminated in partnership with Wounded Warriors Canada.
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