New Job Posting

CIT International is currently looking for a highly qualified individual to fill a vital position within the organization!

We are searching for a new Programs Assistant. They will be responsible for assisting the Programs Manager in the development, implementation, monitoring, and coordinating of programming that furthers the mission of CIT International.

See the full job description HERE.

If you are interested in this position, please email your cover letter and resume to ali.stout@citinternational.org by April 1st!


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2025 Upcoming Trainings

CIT International has set up several trainings going into 2025.  These trainings include:

CIT Support for 911

CIT Coordinator Certification

CIT Curriculum Train the Trainer

Click on any of the trainings above to learn more and see the dates of training

OR

Scroll to the calendar at the bottom of the page to see available training dates for all of these trainings.  

More trainings will be posted throughout the year.

Interested in bringing CIT Curriculum Train the Trainer to your community?

CIT International will come to your community to help you develop your CIT training team for effective CIT training as part of your CIT Program

For more information contact:  Marianne Halbert, Programs Manager at

marianne.halbert@citinternational.org

For further information, click on the slide below!

What is CIT?

Learn More Here!

Calendar of Training and Events

Upcoming Events

  • CIT Curriculum Train-the-Trainer - Bloomington, MN

    • 31 Mar 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • 03 Apr 2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • Hyatt Regency Bloomington-Minneapolis 3200 E. 81st, Bloomington, MN
    • 0
    Registration is closed


    PLEASE NOTE:  This class is being held at the Hyatt Regency Bloominton-Minneapolis at 3200 E. 81st Street, MN

    YOU MUST BE CERTIFIED AS A CIT COORDINATOR TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE

    This course of instruction is to prepare CIT Certified Coordinators to develop and deliver the 40-hour CIT law enforcement training in their community.  

    Upon successful completion of this course, the attendee will receive a certificate of completion for the train-the-trainer course, a USB drive containing all of the materials required to conduct a CIT 40-hour training, and online access to those materials for as long as they remain certified as a CIT Coordinator.


    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 60 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 60 days but more than 30 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%.  Due to limited class size and financial commitment to conduct this course, there is no refund for cancelations less than 31 days prior to the start of the course.

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  • CIT Support Training for 911 (Evening Class)

    • 03 Apr 2025
    • 4:00 PM
    • 04 Apr 2025
    • 8:00 PM
    • Virtual
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    NOTE: THE TIME ZONE LISTED IS MOUNTAIN TIME (MT)

    Class starts both days: 3:00 pm PT; 4:00 pm MT; 5:00 pm CT and 6:00 pm ET

    CIT Support Training for 911 is an 8-hour course of instruction that is delivered virtually in two four-hour sessions conducted on consecutive days.  The instruction prepares the 911 call-taker to identify the possibility of the call being mental health related, utilize techniques to reduce the emotional level of the caller, and triage the call to dispatch appropriate services or complete a warm handoff to crisis services.  If it is determined to dispatch CIT patrol officers, this training will assist in understanding what information should be gathered and relayed to the responding officer.  All attendees will participate in scenario based training to practice the skills taught and receive feedback from the instructors.

    Attendees must be able to participate by audio and video with camera to attend this course.

    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 15 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 15 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%.

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  • CIT Certified Coordinator Recertification

    • 07 Apr 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Virtual
    • 21
    Register

    NOTE:  This class starts at 10:00 AM Mountain Time.  Here are the start times for the various time zones:

    9:00 AM - PT; 10:00 AM - MT; 11:00 AM - CT; 12:00 PM - ET

    By participating in this course and successfully passing the required testing, you will be recognized and certified as a CIT coordinator for three years. In addition to receiving the certification, you will receive membership into CIT International for as long as your certification remains valid. Additionally, you will have access to online resources only available to currently certified CIT coordinators.

    Recertification must be completed by attending continuing education sponsored by CIT International during the third year of the coordinator's certification.

    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 15 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 15 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%.

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  • CIT Coordinator Certification Course

    • 14 Apr 2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 15 Apr 2025
    • 1:00 PM
    • Virtual
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    NOTE:  This class starts at 9:00 AM Mountain Time.  Here are the start times for the various time zones:

    8:00 AM - PT; 9:00 AM - MT; 10:00 AM - CT; 11:00 AM - ET

    By attending this course and successfully passing the required testing, you will be recognized and certified as a CIT coordinator for three years. In addition to receiving the certification, you will receive membership into CIT International for as long as your certification remains valid. Additionally, you will have access to online resources only available to currently certified CIT coordinators.  

    Those originally becoming certified will receive a hard copy of  "Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Programs: A Best Practice Guide for Transforming Community Responses to Mental Health Crises". 

    Recertification must be completed by attending continuing education sponsored by CIT International during the third year of the coordinator's certification.

    Payments:  Payment for the course must be paid within 15 days of the course unless other arrangements have been made with CIT International.

    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 15 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 15 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%. Registrations canceled 5 days prior to the start of the course will not receive a refund.

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  • CIT Support Training for 911

    • 17 Apr 2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 18 Apr 2025
    • 1:00 PM
    • Virtual
    • 8
    Register

    NOTE:  THE TIME ZONE LISTED IS MOUNTAIN TIME (MT).  

    This course starts at 8:00 am PT; 9:00 am MT; 10:00 am CT and 11:00 am ET

    CIT Support Training for 911 is an 8-hour course of instruction that is delivered virtually in two four-hour sessions conducted on consecutive days.  The instruction prepares the 911 call-taker to identify the possibility of the call being mental health related, utilize techniques to reduce the emotional level of the caller, and triage the call to dispatch appropriate services or complete a warm handoff to crisis services.  If it is determined to dispatch CIT patrol officers, this training will assist in understanding what information should be gathered and relayed to the responding officer.  All attendees will participate in scenario based training to practice the skills taught and receive feedback from the instructors.

    Attendees must be able to participate by audio and video with camera to attend this course.

    Payments:  Payment for the course must be paid within 15 days of the course unless other arrangements have been made with CIT International.

    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 15 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 15 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%. Registrations canceled 5 days prior to the start of the course will not receive a refund.


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  • CIT Support Training for 911 (Evening Class)

    • 01 May 2025
    • 4:00 PM
    • 02 May 2025
    • 8:00 PM
    • Virtual
    • 1
    Register

    NOTE: THE TIME ZONE LISTED IS MOUNTAIN TIME (MT)

    Class starts both days: 3:00 pm PT; 4:00 pm MT; 5:00 pm CT and 6:00 pm ET

    CIT Support Training for 911 is an 8-hour course of instruction that is delivered virtually in two four-hour sessions conducted on consecutive days.  The instruction prepares the 911 call-taker to identify the possibility of the call being mental health related, utilize techniques to reduce the emotional level of the caller, and triage the call to dispatch appropriate services or complete a warm handoff to crisis services.  If it is determined to dispatch CIT patrol officers, this training will assist in understanding what information should be gathered and relayed to the responding officer.  All attendees will participate in scenario based training to practice the skills taught and receive feedback from the instructors.

    Attendees must be able to participate by audio and video with camera to attend this course.

    Payments:  Payment for the course must be paid within 15 days of the course unless other arrangements have been made with CIT International.

    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 15 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 15 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%. Registrations canceled 5 days prior to the start of the course will not receive a refund.

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  • CIT Coordinator Certification Course

    • 12 May 2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 13 May 2025
    • 1:00 PM
    • Virtual
    • 15
    Register

    NOTE:  This class starts at 9:00 AM Mountain Time.  Here are the start times for the various time zones:

    8:00 AM - PT; 9:00 AM - MT; 10:00 AM - CT; 11:00 AM - ET

    By attending this course and successfully passing the required testing, you will be recognized and certified as a CIT coordinator for three years. In addition to receiving the certification, you will receive membership into CIT International for as long as your certification remains valid. Additionally, you will have access to online resources only available to currently certified CIT coordinators.  

    Those originally becoming certified will receive a hard copy of  "Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Programs: A Best Practice Guide for Transforming Community Responses to Mental Health Crises". 

    Recertification must be completed by attending continuing education sponsored by CIT International during the third year of the coordinator's certification.

    Payments:  Payment for the course must be paid within 15 days of the course unless other arrangements have been made with CIT International.

    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 15 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 15 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%. Registrations canceled 5 days prior to the start of the course will not receive a refund.

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  • CIT Support Training for 911

    • 15 May 2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 16 May 2025
    • 1:00 PM
    • Virtual
    • 22
    Register

    NOTE:  THE TIME ZONE LISTED IS MOUNTAIN TIME (MT).  

    This course starts at 8:00 am PT; 9:00 am MT; 10:00 am CT and 11:00 am ET

    CIT Support Training for 911 is an 8-hour course of instruction that is delivered virtually in two four-hour sessions conducted on consecutive days.  The instruction prepares the 911 call-taker to identify the possibility of the call being mental health related, utilize techniques to reduce the emotional level of the caller, and triage the call to dispatch appropriate services or complete a warm handoff to crisis services.  If it is determined to dispatch CIT patrol officers, this training will assist in understanding what information should be gathered and relayed to the responding officer.  All attendees will participate in scenario based training to practice the skills taught and receive feedback from the instructors.

    Attendees must be able to participate by audio and video with camera to attend this course.

    Payments:  Payment for the course must be paid within 15 days of the course unless other arrangements have been made with CIT International.

    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 15 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 15 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%. Registrations canceled 5 days prior to the start of the course will not receive a refund.


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  • CIT Support Training for 911 (Evening Class)

    • 05 Jun 2025
    • 4:00 PM
    • 06 Jun 2025
    • 8:00 PM
    • Virtual
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    NOTE: THE TIME ZONE LISTED IS MOUNTAIN TIME (MT)

    Class starts both days: 3:00 pm PT; 4:00 pm MT; 5:00 pm CT and 6:00 pm ET

    CIT Support Training for 911 is an 8-hour course of instruction that is delivered virtually in two four-hour sessions conducted on consecutive days.  The instruction prepares the 911 call-taker to identify the possibility of the call being mental health related, utilize techniques to reduce the emotional level of the caller, and triage the call to dispatch appropriate services or complete a warm handoff to crisis services.  If it is determined to dispatch CIT patrol officers, this training will assist in understanding what information should be gathered and relayed to the responding officer.  All attendees will participate in scenario based training to practice the skills taught and receive feedback from the instructors.

    Attendees must be able to participate by audio and video with camera to attend this course.

    Payments:  Payment for the course must be paid within 15 days of the course unless other arrangements have been made with CIT International.

    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 15 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 15 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%. Registrations canceled 5 days prior to the start of the course will not receive a refund.

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  • CIT Support Training for 911

    • 12 Jun 2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 13 Jun 2025
    • 1:00 PM
    • Virtual
    • 23
    Register

    NOTE:  THE TIME ZONE LISTED IS MOUNTAIN TIME (MT).  

    This course starts at 8:00 am PT; 9:00 am MT; 10:00 am CT and 11:00 am ET

    CIT Support Training for 911 is an 8-hour course of instruction that is delivered virtually in two four-hour sessions conducted on consecutive days.  The instruction prepares the 911 call-taker to identify the possibility of the call being mental health related, utilize techniques to reduce the emotional level of the caller, and triage the call to dispatch appropriate services or complete a warm handoff to crisis services.  If it is determined to dispatch CIT patrol officers, this training will assist in understanding what information should be gathered and relayed to the responding officer.  All attendees will participate in scenario based training to practice the skills taught and receive feedback from the instructors.

    Attendees must be able to participate by audio and video with camera to attend this course.

    Payments:  Payment for the course must be paid within 15 days of the course unless other arrangements have been made with CIT International.

    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 15 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 15 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%. Registrations canceled 5 days prior to the start of the course will not receive a refund.


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  • CIT Coordinator Certification Course

    • 16 Jun 2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 17 Jun 2025
    • 1:00 PM
    • Virtual
    • 41
    Register

    NOTE:  This class starts at 9:00 AM Mountain Time.  Here are the start times for the various time zones:

    8:00 AM - PT; 9:00 AM - MT; 10:00 AM - CT; 11:00 AM - ET

    By attending this course and successfully passing the required testing, you will be recognized and certified as a CIT coordinator for three years. In addition to receiving the certification, you will receive membership into CIT International for as long as your certification remains valid. Additionally, you will have access to online resources only available to currently certified CIT coordinators.  

    Those originally becoming certified will receive a hard copy of  "Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Programs: A Best Practice Guide for Transforming Community Responses to Mental Health Crises". 

    Recertification must be completed by attending continuing education sponsored by CIT International during the third year of the coordinator's certification.

    Payments:  Payment for the course must be paid within 15 days of the course unless other arrangements have been made with CIT International.

    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 15 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 15 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%. Registrations canceled 5 days prior to the start of the course will not receive a refund.

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  • CIT Curriculum Train-the-Trainer - Indianapolis, IN

    • 23 Jun 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • 26 Jun 2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, One South Capitol Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46204
    • 7
    Register


    PLEASE NOTE:  This class is being held at the Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, One South Capitol Ave. Indianapolis, IN  46204

    For hotel reservations at the discounted rate 0f $133.00 Click Here

    NOTE: Using our group block gives you the lowest rate and helps us fulfil our contractual obligation.

    YOU MUST BE CERTIFIED AS A CIT COORDINATOR TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE

    This course of instruction is to prepare CIT Certified Coordinators to develop and deliver the 40-hour CIT law enforcement training in their community.  

    Upon successful completion of this course, the attendee will receive a certificate of completion for the train-the-trainer course, a USB drive containing all of the materials required to conduct a CIT 40-hour training, and online access to those materials for as long as they remain certified as a CIT Coordinator.


    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 60 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 60 days but more than 30 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%.  Due to limited class size and financial commitment to conduct this course, there is no refund for cancelations less than 31 days prior to the start of the course.

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  • CIT Support Training for 911 (Evening Class)

    • 10 Jul 2025
    • 4:00 PM
    • 11 Jul 2025
    • 8:00 PM
    • Virtual
    • 1
    Register

    NOTE: THE TIME ZONE LISTED IS MOUNTAIN TIME (MT)

    Class starts both days: 3:00 pm PT; 4:00 pm MT; 5:00 pm CT and 6:00 pm ET

    CIT Support Training for 911 is an 8-hour course of instruction that is delivered virtually in two four-hour sessions conducted on consecutive days.  The instruction prepares the 911 call-taker to identify the possibility of the call being mental health related, utilize techniques to reduce the emotional level of the caller, and triage the call to dispatch appropriate services or complete a warm handoff to crisis services.  If it is determined to dispatch CIT patrol officers, this training will assist in understanding what information should be gathered and relayed to the responding officer.  All attendees will participate in scenario based training to practice the skills taught and receive feedback from the instructors.

    Attendees must be able to participate by audio and video with camera to attend this course.

    Payments:  Payment for the course must be paid within 15 days of the course unless other arrangements have been made with CIT International.

    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 15 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 15 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%. Registrations canceled 5 days prior to the start of the course will not receive a refund.

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  • 2025 CIT International Conference

    • 11 Aug 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • 13 Aug 2025
    • 4:00 PM
    • Anaheim Marriott, 700 West Convention Way, Anaheim, CA 92802
    Register


    What to Expect

    • GENERAL CONFERENCE (August 11-13, 2025)
    • Keynote sessions and workshops from National, State and Local Speakers and Presenters
    • Learn from a full array of workshops that will cover local, state, national and international CIT related topics 
    • Learn about new and innovative CIT related initiatives 
    • Meet the 2025 CIT Award Winners
    • Come together for a great networking experience

    PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL BE CLOSING CONFERENCE REGISTRATION ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 1, 2025 AT 00:01 P.M. (PST). FOR QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT CONFERENCE@CITINTERNATIONAL.ORG.

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  • 2025 CIT International Conference Exhibit Opportunities

    • 11 Aug 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • 13 Aug 2025
    • 4:00 PM
    • Anaheim Marriott - 700 W Convention Way, Anaheim, CA 92802
    Register

    Support an Internationally Recognized Organization and its Best Practice CIT Program

    Network with other industry leaders

     Promote your Company/Service

    Join many leading law enforcement professionals, behavioral health leaders and advocates from around the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Australia!

    Approximately 1,800 law enforcement officers, mental health providers and advocates from across the U.S., and abroad will be attending the 2025 CIT International Conference in Anaheim, CA Aug. 11-13, 2025.    


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  • 2025 CIT International Conference Sponsorship Opportunities

    • 11 Aug 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • 13 Aug 2025
    • 4:00 PM
    • Anaheim Marriott, 700 W Convention Way, Anaheim, CA 92802
    Register

    Support an Internationally Recognized Organization and its Best Practice CIT Program

    Network with other industry leaders

     Promote your Company/Service

    Join some of the leading law enforcement professionals, behavioral health leaders and advocates from around the United States and worldwide.

    Approximately 1800 law enforcement officers, mental health providers and advocates will be attending the 2025 CIT International Conference in Anaheim, CA, August 11-13, 2025.    

    Your Sponsorship helps to support the ongoing work of CIT across the United States and worldwide.

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  • CIT Curriculum Train-the-Trainer - Phoenix/Tempe, AZ

    • 15 Sep 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • 18 Sep 2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Tempe, 1780 W. Ranch Road, Tempe, AZ 85284
    • 16
    Register


    PLEASE NOTE:  This class is being held at the Drury Plaza Hotel Phoenix Tempe, Tempe, AZ

    For hotel reservations at the discounted rate of $134.00 CLICK HERE

    NOTE:  Using our group block reservation gives you the lowest rate and helps us fulfill our contractual obligation.

    YOU MUST BE CERTIFIED AS A CIT COORDINATOR TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE

    This course of instruction is to prepare CIT Certified Coordinators to develop and deliver the 40-hour CIT/CRIT law enforcement training in their community.  

    Upon successful completion of this course, the attendee will receive a certificate of completion for the train-the-trainer course, a USB drive containing all of the materials required to conduct a CIT/CRIT 40-hour training, and online access to those materials for as long as they remain certified as a CIT Coordinator.


    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 60 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 60 days but more than 30 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%.  Due to limited class size and financial commitment to conduct this course, there is no refund for cancelations less than 31 days prior to the start of the course.

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  • CIT Curriculum Train-the-Trainer - Charlotte, NC

    • 08 Dec 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • 11 Dec 2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte Northlake, 6920 Northlake Mall Drive, Charlotte, NC 28216
    • 20
    Register


    PLEASE NOTE:  This class is being held at the Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte Northlake Hotel

    For hotel reservations at the discounted rate of $129.00 CLICK HERE

    NOTE:  Using our group block reservation gives you the lowest rate and helps us fulfill our contractual obligation.

    YOU MUST BE CERTIFIED AS A CIT COORDINATOR TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE

    This course of instruction is to prepare CIT Certified Coordinators to develop and deliver the 40-hour CIT/CRIT law enforcement training in their community.  

    Upon successful completion of this course, the attendee will receive a certificate of completion for the train-the-trainer course, a USB drive containing all of the materials required to conduct a CIT/CRIT 40-hour training, and online access to those materials for as long as they remain certified as a CIT Coordinator.


    Cancelation and refund policy:  Registrations can be canceled up to 60 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.  Registrations canceled less than 60 days but more than 30 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund of 50%.  Due to limited class size and financial commitment to conduct this course, there is no refund for cancelations less than 31 days prior to the start of the course.

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OUR VISION

CIT International, Inc. envisions a community where every person in a behavioral health crisis receives a compassionate response that promotes their well-being.

OUR MISSION

To promote community collaboration using the CIT Program to assist people living with a behavioral health disorder who are in crisis.

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