5 STEPS TO PCIT CERTIFICATION
5 Steps to PCIT Certification
The 5 Steps to become a Certified PCIT Therapist are listed below. Certification by Parent Child Interaction Therapy, Incorporated indicates that a therapist has met the necessary standards of our organization for PCIT implementation.
Step 1
COMPLETE PCIT TRAINING
The first step to becoming a Certified PCIT Therapist is to complete PCIT Training. ​​
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We currently offer three training formats:
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Online, Self-Paced PCIT Training
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Live, Virtual PCIT Training using Zoom
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Live, In-Person PCIT Training.​​
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The content for each PCIT training format is the same. Simply select the training format that best fits your learning style and schedule.​​
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Step 2
ATTEND PCIT CONSULTATION CALLS
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Your PCIT Training package includes 12 months of live consultation (using Zoom) with Certified PCIT Global Trainers.
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These one-hour consultation calls occur on Zoom twice per month for 12 months.​​​​​
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During consultation calls, you will discuss (and practice) a wide variety of PCIT topics including:
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PCIT protocol questions and session review
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DPICS coding questions
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Additional DPICS coding practice
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Case specific consultation
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CDI and PDI coaching challenges
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Client challenges (e.g., homework completion)
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​Logistical and/or technology concerns​
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PCIT certification procedures​​​
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Step 3
VIDEO REVIEW
The third step in the PCIT Certification process is to have your PCIT therapy sessions reviewed by a Certified PCIT Global Trainer. The reviews may be conducted in real-time (e.g., live sessions, telehealth) or through video or audio recording. The video review is included in the cost your PCIT Training Package.
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The video review is designed to:
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Assess treatment fidelity
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Review and discuss coaching goals/procedures
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Problem-solve challenges
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Provide individualized training and guidance
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Your Certified PCIT Global Trainer will also describe more details, including specific procedures for securely submitting your videos.
Step 4
COMPLETE 2 PCIT CASES
The fourth step in the PCIT Certification process is to complete two PCIT cases.
The PCIT training package (40 hours of training, consultation calls, video review) is designed to help you through each treatment session in the empirically-supported PCIT Protocol, including:
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Identification of PCIT Cases & the Intake Session
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Observation Session ("DPICS Session")
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Child-Directed Interaction Teach & Coaching Sessions
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Parent-Directed Interaction Teach & Coaching Sessions
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Sibling Session (if needed)
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Graduation Session
Step 5
SUBMIT YOUR PCIT APPLICATION
The final step is to submit your application to become a Certified PCIT Therapist. Review of your certification application materials is included in your training cost (no additional application fee).
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Once approved, you will be officially recognized as a Certified PCIT Therapist by Parent Child Interaction Therapy, Incorporated.
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Certified PCIT therapists will receive an official letter, certificate, and plaque. Your name will also be added to our Find a Therapist database. Once Certified, you can begin using "Certified PCIT Therapist" on any personal or business advertising.
pcit
training
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includes PCIT training, consultation calls, training materials, video review, & Certification application
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Recently
Certified
Therapists
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Mandy Sullivan, LMHP, CMSW
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Emily Kooser, LPCC
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Julie Martzall, LCSW
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Lindsey Townsend, LCSW
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Tasha Jackson, LCSW
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Glenda Self, LCMHC
Congratulations!!!
Thanks so much for your dedication and commitment to bringing PCIT services to families in your community!!! (LP)
