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Upcoming CIT Training Events
April
21
Monday
  April 21 - 25, 2025
  Jacksonville, IL

Course Description: Participants of this voluntary, 40 hour training program, receive intensive training on recognizing and addressing individuals in the community who have a mental illness or other behavioral health crisis. The CIT training program is an in depth, specialized course for officers with at least two year’s experience. The five day course includes presentations by behavioral health specialists, experienced field officers and representatives from regional service providers. Officers will receive training in topics such as ... Read more

To register, contact Mobile Team Unit 9 at (618) 498-5611 or by email at westcentral@gtec.com.

April
23
Wednesday
  April 23, 2025
  Jerseyville, IL

Course Description: This 8 hour, voluntary training program was created as a review for officers with at least one year’s experience as an active CIT officer. Participants in the course will review topics such as trouble shooting, legal updates, self-care and community resources. They will also partake in valuable group exercises in de-escalation and active listening and review and refresh their skills in realistic scenario role play exercises. ... Read more

To register, contact Mobile Team Unit 9 at (618) 498-5611 or by email at westcentral@gtec.com.

May
8
Thursday
  May 8, 2025
  Plainfield Police Department

Course Description: This course uses tactical breath work, physical drills, and cognitive behavioral therapy resulting in optimal functioning of the entire psychophysiological system. This includes increasing mental toughness, enhancing tactical skills, preventing injury, self-de-escalation, regulating the nervous system and more. ... Read more

To register, contact Mobile Team Unit 16 at (815) 630-5212 or by email at training@tri-river.org.

May
12
Monday
  May 12 - 16, 2025
  Veterans Affairs Administration , 5000 S 5th Ave Hines, IL 60141

Course Description: Participants of this voluntary, 40 hour training program, receive intensive training on recognizing and addressing individuals in the community who have a mental illness or other behavioral health crisis. The CIT training program is an in depth, specialized course for officers with at least two year’s experience. The five day course includes presentations by behavioral health specialists, experienced field officers and representatives from regional service providers. Officers will receive training in topics such as ... Read more

To register, contact ILETSB at 217-782-4540

May
14
Wednesday
  May 14, 2025
  Veterans Affairs Administration , 5000 S 5th Ave Hines, IL 60141

Course Description: This 8 hour, voluntary training program was created as a review for officers with at least one year’s experience as an active CIT officer. Participants in the course will review topics such as trouble shooting, legal updates, self-care and community resources. They will also partake in valuable group exercises in de-escalation and active listening and review and refresh their skills in realistic scenario role play exercises. ... Read more

To register, contact ILETSB at 217-782-4540

May
19
Monday
  May 19 - 23, 2025
  Peoria, IL

Course Description: Participants of this voluntary, 40 hour training program, receive intensive training on recognizing and addressing individuals in the community who have a mental illness or other behavioral health crisis. The CIT training program is an in depth, specialized course for officers with at least two year’s experience. The five day course includes presentations by behavioral health specialists, experienced field officers and representatives from regional service providers. Officers will receive training in topics such as ... Read more

To register, contact Mobile Team Unit 7 at (309) 690-7353 or by email at Brian.Fengel@icc.edu.

May
21
Wednesday
  May 21, 2025
  Denny Stewart Training Center , 3121 Dewitt Ave. Mattoon, IL 61938

Course Description: BULLETPROOF MIND is a presentation in which Lt. Col. Grossman presents a model for action that ensures professionals can train for and overcome the unique mental stressors of possible violence. Find out what to expect when your heart rate rises and blood drains from your face, and how to avoid it. A cornerstone for professional training if you might come into contact with inter-personal violence. Knowing what strange and wonderful things might happen to ... Read more

To register, contact Mobile Team Unit 13 at (217) 345-3344 or register online.

June
9
Monday
  June 9 - 13, 2025
  Oswego, IL

Course Description: Participants of this voluntary, 40 hour training program, receive intensive training on recognizing and addressing individuals in the community who have a mental illness or other behavioral health crisis. The CIT training program is an in depth, specialized course for officers with at least two year’s experience. The five day course includes presentations by behavioral health specialists, experienced field officers and representatives from regional service providers. Officers will receive training in topics such as ... Read more

To register, contact Mobile Team Unit 3 at (630) 896-8860 or by email at michele@nemrt.com.

June
11
Wednesday
  June 11, 2025
  Yorkville, IL

Course Description: This 8 hour, voluntary training program was created as a review for officers with at least one year’s experience as an active CIT officer. Participants in the course will review topics such as trouble shooting, legal updates, self-care and community resources. They will also partake in valuable group exercises in de-escalation and active listening and review and refresh their skills in realistic scenario role play exercises. ... Read more

To register, contact Mobile Team Unit 3 at (630) 896-8860 or by email at michele@nemrt.com.

June
16
Monday
  June 16 - 20, 2025
  Fairview Heights, IL

Course Description: Participants of this voluntary, 40 hour training program, receive intensive training on recognizing and addressing individuals in the community who have a mental illness or other behavioral health crisis. The CIT training program is an in depth, specialized course for officers with at least two year’s experience. The five day course includes presentations by behavioral health specialists, experienced field officers and representatives from regional service providers. Officers will receive training in topics such as ... Read more

To register, contact Mobile Team Unit 14 at (618) 277-1550 or register online.

June
18
Wednesday
  June 18, 2025
  Swansea, IL

Course Description: This 8 hour, voluntary training program was created as a review for officers with at least one year’s experience as an active CIT officer. Participants in the course will review topics such as trouble shooting, legal updates, self-care and community resources. They will also partake in valuable group exercises in de-escalation and active listening and review and refresh their skills in realistic scenario role play exercises. ... Read more

To register, contact Mobile Team Unit 14 at (618) 277-1550 or register online.

June
25
Wednesday
  June 25 - 26, 2025
  Please register through the ILETSB Executive Institute's Website - https://iletsbei.org , Embassy Suites & Convention Center East Peoria, Illinois

Course Description: REGISTRATION IS LIVE!!!!! 2025 CIT CONFERENCE June 25 & 26,2025 Embassy Suites and Convention Center East Peoria, Illinois - Opening Keynote: Tom Voss - Special Guest: Darren Ivey - Closing Keynote: Johnny Crowder ... Read more

To register, contact ILETSB - Executive Institute at 309-298-2646