Crisis Response Programs and Training

Crisis Response Programs and Training Providing technical assistance and training for crisis response systems worldwide!

We are looking forward to seeing everyone at this year’s CIT International conference! Let us know if you’re attending. ...
05/13/2026

We are looking forward to seeing everyone at this year’s CIT International conference! Let us know if you’re attending. We’d love to connect!

Train Hard. Recharge Harder. What if your next training didn’t just build skills—but helped you step away and reset as w...
05/07/2026

Train Hard. Recharge Harder.

What if your next training didn’t just build skills—but helped you step away and reset as well?

The Crisis Response and Intervention Training (CRIT) Train-the-Trainer prepares participants to deliver the 40-hour CRIT curriculum within their own agencies, with a strong emphasis on scenario-based instruction and program development.

This is a small, hands-on course—limited to 12 participants—to support meaningful interaction and practical application.

Hosted at the base of Big Cottonwood Canyon, the location provides immediate access to hiking, outdoor space, and walkable dining options.

A different kind of training experience—by design.

🌟 Attention all Police Trainers!! CRPT is hosting our next CRIT Train-the-Trainer for Law Enforcement in Salt Lake City,...
04/08/2026

🌟 Attention all Police Trainers!! CRPT is hosting our next CRIT Train-the-Trainer for Law Enforcement in Salt Lake City, Utah, August 31-September 3! This class will be here before you know it. Don't wait; seats are filling fast so save yours now!

This program is designed to empower trainers with advanced skills to help officers effectively manage crisis situations. From de-escalation techniques to mental health support, our Train-the-Trainer course equips participants with the tools they need to train others in best practices for crisis intervention.
We’re building a safer, more compassionate community, one training at a time.

Register today at: www.CRITTrainTheTrainer.com
Please share this post and tag others who lead crisis intervention training for their agencies. We are excited to see you in Salt Lake City!

🚨 📣 Upcoming training opportunity, on May 1, for those involved in crisis response system coordination or CIT programmin...
04/07/2026

🚨 📣 Upcoming training opportunity, on May 1, for those involved in crisis response system coordination or CIT programming!! This 4-hour virtual NO-COST training is for all persons involved in coordinating crisis response programs regardless if you are a CIT program coordinator, co-response program coordinator, training coordinator, or if you coordinate any other aspects of a crisis response program. This training will assist in understanding best practices of crisis response, help identify available programming to assist you with crisis system reform and training, and ensure sustainability of your program. Register at: www.CoordinatorTraining.com to save your spot! Please share!

02/24/2026

Are your teachers and school resource officers fully prepared to help students who may experience a behavioral health crises? Watch this video to see how Tuscaloosa City Schools is collaborating with Tuscaloosa Police Department to deliver specialized training to their school personnel to equip them with the skills and strategies needed to best support their students. If you’re interested in bringing this training to your school district, contact us to discuss the details. Learn more at: www.CRITforSchools.com

We started the new year off busy—and inspired! Early this month, our master instructors, Christina A. Roup and Kay Bush,...
01/27/2026

We started the new year off busy—and inspired!
Early this month, our master instructors, Christina A. Roup and Kay Bush, spent a week in Tuscaloosa, AL delivering our second CRIT for Schools Train-the-Trainer. We’re grateful for the continued commitment from Tuscaloosa City Schools and the Tuscaloosa Police Department to ensure their teams are prepared, confident, and equipped to support students of all ages who may experience a behavioral health crisis. Congratulations to these amazing new trainers! And thank you to Tesney Pearce Davis and Lieutenant Craig Parker for trusting us with your training needs.

This training helps participants:
• Recognize and respond to behavioral health crises
• Use practical, trauma-informed de-escalation strategies
• Strengthen collaboration between schools, law enforcement, and community partners
• Create safer, more supportive environments for students and staff

If you’re interested in bringing this training to your school district, law enforcement agency (CIT), or community, we’d love to talk.

👉 Learn more at www.CRITforSchools.com or send us a message at [email protected].
Please feel free to share this post with colleagues and partners—strong crisis response starts with collaboration.

Earlier this month, thanks to NAMI-Alabama, we had the privilege of delivering two full-day De-Escalation Training sessi...
12/19/2025

Earlier this month, thanks to NAMI-Alabama, we had the privilege of delivering two full-day De-Escalation Training sessions in Hoover, Alabama, bringing together law enforcement officers and mental health crisis responders from multiple agencies for a shared learning experience focused on safety, communication, and effective response in high-stress situations.
This 8-hour, instructor-led training emphasized four core safety principles—prioritizing officer safety, individual safety, and community safety—while providing practical, easy-to-apply tools for navigating emotionally charged encounters. Participants engaged in real-world scenario analysis, interactive discussions, and hands-on exercises designed to strengthen tactical communication, identify hooks and triggers, and support rational decision-making under pressure.
The collaboration and engagement throughout both sessions reinforced the importance of cross-disciplinary training and a team-based approach to de-escalation and force options. We are grateful to the agencies and professionals who showed up ready to learn, reflect, and apply these skills in service of their communities.

“Excellent training and useful for the job. I’d like to see it offered to all law enforcement officers.” ~Sergeant Derek Boone, Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office~�“The scenario-based trainings were amazing. I enjoyed getting to process & reflect on the scenarios afterwards in a safe & educational way.” ~Zach Andrews, Mental Health Liason, Shelby County

Thank you to all who participated and helped make these sessions a success. We look forward to continuing this work and partnering with agencies nationwide to support safer, more effective responses to crisis situations.

📩 Interested in hosting de-escalation training for your agency or region?�Learn more or inquire about upcoming training opportunities at�👉 www.De-EscalationTraining.com

If you’re attending  , the exhibit hall just opened! Stop by our booth and say “Hi” to our Director of Programs, Christi...
10/19/2025

If you’re attending , the exhibit hall just opened! Stop by our booth and say “Hi” to our Director of Programs, Christina A. Roup! 👋🏼 She’s in Booth #4213. International Association of Chiefs of Police

🚨 Empowering Leaders in Crisis Response 🚨Last week, the Farmington Hills Police Department successfully completed our Cr...
10/01/2025

🚨 Empowering Leaders in Crisis Response 🚨
Last week, the Farmington Hills Police Department successfully completed our Crisis Response and Intervention Training (CRIT) – Train-the-Trainer program! 👏
This four-day, evidence-informed course prepares participants to lead their own CRIT programs within their departments—strengthening their agency’s ability to respond effectively to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. Through interactive learning, real-world scenarios, and guided facilitation practice, participants gain the confidence and tools to train others in de-escalation, communication, and connection to community resources.
We’re proud to share that Farmington Hills PD is now the second law enforcement agency in Michigan to complete our advanced instructor training—helping to expand the reach of compassionate, safety-focused crisis response training nationwide.
Learn more about the CRIT Train-the-Trainer program and how your agency can join the movement at 👉 www.CRITTrainTheTrainer.com

📣Now Enrolling!! Crisis Response and Intervention Training (CRIT) for Schools: Train-the-Trainer Program Help create saf...
07/09/2025

📣Now Enrolling!!
Crisis Response and Intervention Training (CRIT) for Schools: Train-the-Trainer Program
Help create safer, more supportive school environments by training those who support students every day.

CRIT for Schools is an 8-hour program designed to prepare school staff and school resource officers to respond to youth experiencing behavioral health crises, including mental health challenges, substance use, and developmental disabilities.

🌟 We’re now offering a 3-day in-person Train-the-Trainer course so you can bring this important training back to your school or agency.

You'll learn how to:
✔️ Teach others how to recognize signs of distress
✔️ Apply age-appropriate de-escalation strategies
✔️ Lead scenario-based training
✔️ Access and deliver the full CRIT for Schools curriculum

This training is ideal for:
School counselors & behavioral health staff
District crisis response leaders
Law enforcement & SRO training coordinators
Anyone committed to safer, healthier school communities

📍 Space is limited, so don’t wait! Visit www.CRITforSchools.com to register for our next class in Salt Lake City, UT. If you prefer to bring this training to your district, contact us at [email protected] to discuss the details and schedule your training!
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