Crisis Intervention Training
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Crisis Intervention Training
Become a Certified Crisis Counselor and Make a Difference to Survivors of Violence!
What is Crisis Intervention Training?
CIT is a 65.5 hour state-certified training in domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. At the completion of the training, graduates shall receive a Certificate of Completion that will enable them to pursue volunteer and employment opportunities working directly with survivors of abuse in California.
What does Crisis Intervention Training Cover?
- The history and laws related to domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse
- A detailed understanding of the dynamics of the different types of abuse
- How to provide crisis counseling to victims and survivors of abuse


Who is Crisis Intervention Training for?
- Incoming Volunteers (Purple & Gold Level)
- Service Providers
- Individuals Interested in Child & Family Studies
- People Studying Social Work
- Anyone Interested in Helping Victims of Trauma
When is Crisis Intervention Training Offered?
We are currently offering our crisis intervention training to participants within our local region. If you are looking for an agency near you that might also offer a similar training, please visit domesticshelters.org to find your nearest domestic/sexual violence program.
If you would like to be placed on the interest list for our next training in Fall 2025, please email [email protected].
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Crisis Intervention Training - Winter Session
- Winter 2025
- Virtual
CIT is an 65.5-hour state-certified training in
domestic violence, sexual assault, and child
abuse. A crisis counselor serves as one of the
initial resources for survivors of domestic
violence and sexual assault and provides
instrumental emotional support.