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CIT is an effective training and response program designed for first responders, including EMS, who handle crisis calls involving people with mental illness, substance use disorders, and/or intellectual disabilities.
CIT training is designed to:
*Provide supportive measures and an on-the-job-tool that can be used by public safety personnel, including Law Enforcement, EMS, Telecommunicators, and Probation to enhance and maintain personal, consumer, and public safety.
*Increase knowledge of major mental illnesses and develop an understanding
*Recognize symptoms of common psychiatric disorders
*Develop an understanding of an individual in crisis and techniques for active listening and de-escalation
*Be afforded the opportunity to practice and refine skills with guidance and feedback from mental health professionals
*Provide intervention strategies and alternatives to assist in directing individuals with mental illness and substance abuse issues to the appropriate health care system during crisis and reduce their involvement in the criminal justice system.
*Learn valuable community resources available for these populations.
Training is free for First Responders and Law Enforcement.
Only one registration per person is needed for the full
40-hour class. Training dates are one day per week over a 5-week period. Attendees will be required to participate in all 40 hours of training in order to receive continuing education credits and CIT certification. Attendees will select either a Tuesday OR a Thursday class to attend each week.
Times are from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Week 1: Tuesday, August 1st OR
Thursday, August 3rd
Week 2: Tuesday, August 8th OR
Thursday, August 10th
Week 3: Tuesday, August 15th OR
Thursday, August 17th
Week 4: Tuesday, August 22 OR
Thursday, August 24th
Week 5: Tuesday, August 29th OR
Thursday, August 31st
Sponsored by: NAMI, Rockingham Community College,and Cardinal Innovations
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| Minimum Age: 18 |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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