This self-assessment is designed to help you determine your level of readiness to become a Crisis Intervention Team instructor. The self-assessment score will not be included in your final application score, should you choose to apply.

Name *

First Name

Last Name

Email *

Phone

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Before the Training

1 - Strongly Disagree 2 - Disagree 3 - Neutral 4 - Agree 5 - Strongly Agree

I have solid knowledge of the goals of the Crisis Intervention Team program.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

I have solid knowledge of mental health, mental illness and substance use.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

I am comfortable presenting in front of groups of 15-30 participants.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

I am familiar with the use of PowerPoint and a remote.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

I am comfortable adhering to a set curriculum of objectives, required talking points and activities.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

My organization has made this program a priority for me and my time.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

During the Training

1 - Strongly Disagree 2 - Disagree 3 - Neutral 4 - Agree 5 - Strongly Agree

I am able to clear my schedule of any conflicts during the training timeframe.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

I am ready to give adequate time to work on my presentation.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

After the Training

1 - Strongly Disagree 2 - Disagree 3 - Neutral 4 - Agree 5 - Strongly Agree

I am willing and able to spend an average of 40 additional hours learning the curriculum prior to teaching my first course.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

I intend to solicit feedback from others to improve my instruction (i.e. other instructors, participants).

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

I am confident that I can plan and deliver the specified modules for 2 courses each year.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

I intend to invest in learning activities to support my mastery of the curriculum.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

I will promote and maintain the fidelity of the CIT training course.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

Interest

1 - Strongly Disagree 2 - Disagree 3 - Neutral 4 - Agree 5 - Strongly Agree

I am passionate about teaching about the intersection of mental health and law enforcement.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

De-stigmatization of mental health and substance use disorders is important to me.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

Interpersonal Skills

1 - Strongly Disagree 2 - Disagree 3 - Neutral 4 - Agree 5 - Strongly Agree

People describe me as someone who can connect with diverse audiences.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

I am able to resist becoming defensive when challenged and am able to understand the emotion underneath the challenge and respond respectfully.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

When facilitating groups, I can effectively draw people out or limit participation.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

I have the flexibility needed to work well with another instructor who has a different style of instruction and interaction.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

Regulation

1 - Strongly Disagree 2 - Disagree 3 - Neutral 4 - Agree 5 - Strongly Agree

My life experiences will serve as an asset to teaching CIT.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

I am confident that I am emotionally ready to be an instructor (i.e. if I have experienced a trauma in my own life, enough time and healing has taken place).

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

I am able to maintain my composure when participants disagree with and challenge me or the course content.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

Organization Skills

1 - Strongly Disagree 2 - Disagree 3 - Neutral 4 - Agree 5 - Strongly Agree

I can organize my thinking, speaking and materials to effectively teach the course.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

I can monitor myself and adhere to a timed agenda throughout the course.

Strongly Disagree

Disagree

Neutral

Agree

Strongly Agree

COUNT YOUR SCORE BEFORE YOU SUBMIT *

Thank you for your interest in becoming a CIT instructor. We will contact you shortly about your assessment and the instructor application process. If you would like a copy of your results, please contact info@detroitwaynecit.org.

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