Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) Class
Crisis Intervention Training (C.I.T.) Class
Crisis Intervention Training (CIT), de-escalation techniques, non- aggressive protocols, and partnerships with emergency services are critical components of a successful and safe response framework when you encounter individuals exhibiting an “altered state” of consciousness.
Effective CIT concepts are key, ultimately improving outcomes for individuals in crisis and enhancing both public and personal safety. By prioritizing compassion, collaboration, and personal safety imperatives, we can play a vital role in addressing the complex challenges associated with altered states of consciousness.
Altered states of consciousness can be due to drug use, alcohol intoxication, or mental illness. These situations can be unpredictable and, if not handled appropriately, may escalate into dangerous encounters. This CIT class will offer strategies that prioritize de-escalation, safety, and appropriate intervention to protect both the individuals involved and the responder themselves.
This 2-hours class uses lecture and practical hand-on exercises with simulated situations to help attendees develop a set of techniques and concepts that may be used and leveraged when encountering an individual in crisis.
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Use the CONTACT US option on the main menu or email us directly at INFO@CastroPatrol.org to find our more or schedule a training date.
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Our training has been recognized and honored by the FBI who awarded us their 2014 Community Leadership award and by the City and County of San Francisco in a ceremony attended by Mayor London Breed, Supervisor Rafael Mandelman, District Attorney Brooke Jenkins, Sheriff Paul Miyamoto, and Chief Bill Scott of the San Francisco Police Department. Also present was Special Agent in Charge Robert Tripp of the FBI San Francisco Office.
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CLASS INSTRUCTOR
Chief Ken Craig is head of the Community Patrol Service (CPS) which provides training and assistance to safety organizations worldwide. He is a member of the International Police Association and is one of the original founding members of Castro Community On Patrol (CCOP.) He currently serves as the Community Co-Chair on the SFPD LGBTQ+ Advisory Forum and previously helped to found and lead the SFPD Auxiliary Law Enforcement Response Team (ALERT) for eight years.
Chief Craig is also a Grand Master Black Belt martial artists holding a 9th Degree Black Belt in the Korean Arts of HapMoosaKi-Do and YongChul-Do and an 8th Degree Black Belt in the Koran Art of TaeKwon-Do. He is Secretary on the Board of Directors of the International Association of Gay and Lesbian Martial Artists and serves on the Sports Committee of the Federation of Gay Games.
Chief and Grand Master Craig has extensive experience in the public safety and disaster response areas, and is recognized as a leader and community activist in this area within San Francisco and the Castro neighborhood.
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CLASS COSTS
COMMUNITY focused classes will take place in the Castro neighborhood of San Francisco, partnering with various suitable training spaces. These classes are promoted through our website and social media platforms and cost $30/attendee (accommodations can be made for low-income individuals upon request.)
NONPROFIT organizations may book a private training class at their own facility on a mutually agreed date and time. Private nonprofit classes are $60/attendee with an initial non refundable deposit of $600 required to secure the training date.
FOR PROFIT organizations may book a private training class at their own facility on a mutually agreed date and time. Private for profit classes are $100/attendee with an initial non refundable deposit of $1,000 required to secure the training date.
