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CIT CENTER

A Resource for CIT Programs Across the Nation

  • Community Engagement
  • Introduction
    • Overview
  • Laying the Foundation
    • Overview
    • Learn More
    • Connect with a Program
    • Review the Core Elements
    • Get to Know Stakeholders
    • Host a Meeting
    • Share Information
    • Begin a Dialogue
  • Commit
    • Overview
    • Formalize a Steering Committee
    • Select a Chairperson
    • Seek Funding
    • Include Stakeholders
    • Consult with Experts
    • Assess Strengths and Needs
  • Make a Plan
    • Overview
    • Designate CIT Coordinators
    • Select Committee Members
    • Select an Appropriate Site
    • Report on Current System
    • Report on Site Visit
    • Develop a Timeline
    • Create Subcommittees
    • Broaden Representations
    • Subcommittee Report
  • Implement Your Plan
    • Overview
    • Develop a Memorandum
    • Review Agency Policies
    • Finalize a Curriculum
    • Attend a Train the Trainer
    • Select Officers
    • Coordinate with Law Enforcement
    • Plan Special Training
    • Coordinate Training Logistics
    • Plan for Media Attention
  • Sustain and Expand
    • Overview
    • Meet Regularly
    • Raise Awareness
    • Recognize Good Service
    • Plan Ongoing Training
    • Network with Communities
    • Expand Partnerships

Review the core elements of the CIT model

The CIT Core Elements document was developed by CIT leaders around the country. It lays out the structure of a CIT program. Refer to it often.

Resources

Click here to view the Core Elements

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