CIT Academy for Law Enforcement Professionals
Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training is a nationally recognized program that teaches law enforcement safe and effective approaches to handling crisis incidents involving a mentally ill individual. The intensive 4-day training is conducted under the instructional supervision of local CIT-trained police officers, mental health professionals, consumers, and family advocates and will offer practical techniques for de-escalating crisis situations.

Training Topics Include
  • Mental illness signs and symptoms – anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, depressive disorders, psychotic disorders, suicidal ideas, and more
  • Childhood mental health disorders – common disorders including the signs, symptoms and treatment
  • Dealing with the dually-diagnosed – both substance abuse and mental retardation
  • Mental health law – pink slips, probate court, inpatient/outpatient commitment, admission requirements, and limits of both the MH and CJ systems
  • De-escalation techniques – non-threatening approaches, making sure you are heard, defusing crises, and maintaining safety
Participants also have the opportunity to hear consumer and family member viewpoints on a variety of topics and participate in ride-alongs and scenario based training. The ride-along includes an agency site visit and may consist of activities such as attending a group therapy session or other mental health center program and an actual ride-along with a case manager.

The CIT Academy for Law Enforcement Professionals is a FREE training, made possible by funds from the Tri-County Mental Health Levy, NAMI Darke, Miami, Shelby Counties and NAMI Ohio. Law enforcement officers from across Darke, Miami and Shelby counties are invited to attend.

Spring 2019 Academy registration opens

April 8-11 2019
8a-4:30p
Tri-County Board of Recovery and Mental Health Services Helmlinger Training Room, Troy