Get Certified by PCIT International!
PCIT International is pleased to announce we are now accepting Certification applications for Therapists and Level I Trainers who have completed their PCIT Training.
Why Become Certified?
Certification has been developed in response to therapists, agencies, and third-party payers who have long asked how PCIT providers can document that they have met a set of standards for competent delivery of the treatment. Certification is one way PCIT International is promoting the effective dissemination of PCIT nationally and internationally.
How Do I Apply for Certification?
Therapists
Why Become Certified?
Certification has been developed in response to therapists, agencies, and third-party payers who have long asked how PCIT providers can document that they have met a set of standards for competent delivery of the treatment. Certification is one way PCIT International is promoting the effective dissemination of PCIT nationally and internationally.
How Do I Apply for Certification?
Therapists
- To become certified, PCIT Therapists must meet specific training requirements, as outlined in the Training Requirements for Certification as a PCIT Therapist (Click HERE).
- Click HERE for a description of an optional Certification Preparation Workshop.
- If you have completed your PCIT Therapist training, you can download the Therapist Certification Application HERE:
Level I Trainers (Within Program Trainers)
- To become Certified, PCIT Trainers must meet specific training requirements, as outlined in the Training Requirements for Certification as a Level I Trainer (Within Program Trainer) (Click HERE for more information).
- Click HERE for a description of the required Level I Trainer Workshop.
- If you have completed your PCIT Level I Trainer training, you can download the Application HERE:
What Is the Certification Process?
Upon submission, your application will be reviewed. When all criteria are met, applicants will be provided access to the Certification Experience, a multiple choice quiz that ensures therapists have knowledge of the most current versions of the PCIT and DPICS protocols (Click HERE to purchase the newest treatment and coding manuals).
40-hours of face-to-face contact with a PCIT trainer which includes an overview of the theoretical foundations of PCIT, DPICS coding practice, case observations, and coaching with families with a focus on mastery of CDI and PDI skills, DPICS coding and coaching and a review of the 2011 PCIT protocol. This training will help clinicians meet the core competencies of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy that are assessed within the PCIT Certification Experience Homestudy Exam.
This homestudy course involves the self-directed study of key PCIT materials (treatment protocol, coding manual) as well as an article on the history of PCIT. The course is presented through the online classroom module, Moodle. Within Moodle, participants complete an online learning exercise designed to build and strengthen understanding of PCIT concepts and techniques through a series of multiple choice questions, with feedback on correct and incorrect responses to promote learning.
The intended audience for this online education experience is beginner skilled therapists and graduate students who have exposure to Parent-Child Interaction Therapy.
This activity is self-paced. The materials can be read at any time, and the online quiz is available at any time.
This program was developed by John-Paul Abner, Ph.D., in collaboration with the PCIT International Task Force on Training. Dr. Abner is a PCIT International Certified Master Trainer and Professor at Milligan College. He has over 20 years in PCIT practice, research, and training.
This course is being offered by PCIT International and there are no known conflicts of interest or commercial support of presenters.
PCIT International, Inc., is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. PCIT International maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This program is being offered for 8 continuing education credits.
After you have successfully completed the Certification Experience, you will receive a certificate from PCIT International and 8 Continuing Education hours. Here are sample questions from the Certification Experience quiz:
Upon submission, your application will be reviewed. When all criteria are met, applicants will be provided access to the Certification Experience, a multiple choice quiz that ensures therapists have knowledge of the most current versions of the PCIT and DPICS protocols (Click HERE to purchase the newest treatment and coding manuals).
40-hours of face-to-face contact with a PCIT trainer which includes an overview of the theoretical foundations of PCIT, DPICS coding practice, case observations, and coaching with families with a focus on mastery of CDI and PDI skills, DPICS coding and coaching and a review of the 2011 PCIT protocol. This training will help clinicians meet the core competencies of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy that are assessed within the PCIT Certification Experience Homestudy Exam.
This homestudy course involves the self-directed study of key PCIT materials (treatment protocol, coding manual) as well as an article on the history of PCIT. The course is presented through the online classroom module, Moodle. Within Moodle, participants complete an online learning exercise designed to build and strengthen understanding of PCIT concepts and techniques through a series of multiple choice questions, with feedback on correct and incorrect responses to promote learning.
The intended audience for this online education experience is beginner skilled therapists and graduate students who have exposure to Parent-Child Interaction Therapy.
This activity is self-paced. The materials can be read at any time, and the online quiz is available at any time.
This program was developed by John-Paul Abner, Ph.D., in collaboration with the PCIT International Task Force on Training. Dr. Abner is a PCIT International Certified Master Trainer and Professor at Milligan College. He has over 20 years in PCIT practice, research, and training.
This course is being offered by PCIT International and there are no known conflicts of interest or commercial support of presenters.
PCIT International, Inc., is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. PCIT International maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This program is being offered for 8 continuing education credits.
After you have successfully completed the Certification Experience, you will receive a certificate from PCIT International and 8 Continuing Education hours. Here are sample questions from the Certification Experience quiz:
What Are Some of the Benefits of Certification?
Therapists who are certified by PCIT International have met a number of training and competence standards that help to maintain the treatment’s effectiveness. Once you are certified, you will:
What If I Was Trained Before the Current Training Guidelines (2009 or earlier)?
For therapists trained prior to the development of the PCIT International Training Requirements (i.e., prior to 2009), participation in a Certification Preparation Workshop is recommended, though not required, before applying for Certification. Click HERE to find a listing of upcoming workshops and more information regarding updates in training.
If you have received PCIT training, consider applying for certification soon!
Have questions? Contact pcitcertify@gmail.com or complete the form below:
Therapists who are certified by PCIT International have met a number of training and competence standards that help to maintain the treatment’s effectiveness. Once you are certified, you will:
- Have a certificate to provide to third-party payers that shows you have learned the current, evidence-based PCIT protocol.
- Be placed on the PCIT International website and included in the international database as a Certified Therapist so that families and other professionals can find you. Click HERE to see the current list of Certified Therapists and Trainers.
- Have opportunities to attend Call-In Hours hosted by PCIT International Certified Master Trainers.
- Be invited to join listservs with other certified practitioners.
- Have access to continuing education opportunities through the PCIT International website that will help you remain up-to-date in PCIT and may also serve to meet APA requirements for continuing education.
- Receive a reduced fee for continuing education credits at the biennial conventions.
What If I Was Trained Before the Current Training Guidelines (2009 or earlier)?
For therapists trained prior to the development of the PCIT International Training Requirements (i.e., prior to 2009), participation in a Certification Preparation Workshop is recommended, though not required, before applying for Certification. Click HERE to find a listing of upcoming workshops and more information regarding updates in training.
If you have received PCIT training, consider applying for certification soon!
Have questions? Contact pcitcertify@gmail.com or complete the form below: