Basics:

Prerequisites: All Trainees must have been trained and certified in Basic CTI prior to the course. Trainees who need certification in Basic CTI should take one of the two self-guided online courses offered by Dr. Hanesworth on Learn Desk. Both contain all of the content and documents necessary to implement CTI. Both take about 5-7 hours to complete. You can come and go from the course and finish in a timeframe that is convenient to you. The first was created in 2023, but is still current. It is not interactive- it contains videos and quizzes. The cost is $375 and can be accessed here:
https://www.learndesk.us/class/6506379198070784/critical-time-intervention-certified-training

The second was created this year, 2026, and is an AI-supported self-guided course that is highly interactive, with role plays and Q and A. You can also customize it for your population. The price is currently $275 (as of April 2026). The course can be accessed here:

critical-time-training.teachable.com/p/critical-time-training

If you would like to organize a customized live BASIC training for your agency, please contact Carolyn for more information at cjhanesworth@gmail.com

This Train the Trainer course will be accessible through Zoom- you will receive the link in an email after you register for the course.

Instructors: Carolyn Hanesworth, PhD, LCSW

• The Spring 2026 CTI Train the Trainer will be held on 3 days: May 6th, 13th, and 20th from 2-5 EST.
• Duration: 3 Days, 3 hours each session.
• The 3-day training includes a review of the basics in addition to TTT material.
• The course is certified, and all participants who attend the entirety of the course with video on will receive a certificate at the end.

What to Expect:

• Participants will learn how to develop their own CTI Training, including how to determine that a trainee’s organization is equipped to implement CTI, and if not, how to guide them in preparing for implementation.
• Content will include all training materials, including PowerPoints, program documents, and manuals. Participants will become adept at altering materials to align with the needs of their trainees.
• The trainer will provide several examples of interactive lessons that address various populations and problem situations across the phases of CTI.
• Participants will develop an advanced understanding of CTI concepts and principles.
• Participants will become confident in delivering training online or in person.
• Participants will receive a certificate identifying them as Certified Trainers from the Center for the Advancement of Critical Time Intervention at Hunter College, Silberman School of Social Work.

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR REGISTRATION: The course is three days; however, when registering, you only need to select the first day, May 6th, and the time it begins, 2:00 EST. This will register you for the entire course. If you have any difficulties, please email Dr. Hanesworth at cjhanesworth@gmail.com.

MATERIALS:

ALL Materials will be emailed to each registered student at least 24 hours prior to the course beginning, including PowerPoints.