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Professionals: Frequently Asked Questions


FAQs for Therapists
 
What is the cost to be trained in PCIT?
 
  • The cost of training varies by type of training (therapist vs. trainer) and trainer
  • For more specific information regarding the cost of training, feel free to check out upcoming trainings or contact Global Trainers or Regional Trainers I trainers directly. 
 
What materials/equipment do I need to do PCIT?

  • More information about room set-up and suggested materials can be found here.
  • Each agency may use a different configuration other than those listed on pcit.org to ensure HIPAA compliance and/or agency specifications. 
 
I’d like to use the DPICS but won’t be conducting PCIT. How do I become a reliable DPICS coder?

  • Consider contacting Global Trainers to learn about possible training options specifically related to the DPICS.
 
Can I do PCIT if I am not certified?

  • Read here for the benefits of getting certified by PCIT International
 
How do I become certified?

  • Learn more about the certification process here.
 
Do I need to use the ECBI in every session?

  • Administration of the ECBI at every session is consistent with the PCIT International Treatment Protocol
  • The ECBI provides weekly valuable information from the caregiver's perspectives of the intensity of the child's disruptive behaviors and whether the caregiver views a specific behavior as a problem.
  • The ECBI allows for weekly tracking of caregiver reports of progress
  • The therapist can utilize item analysis of the ECBI to determine specific behaviors that are not decreasing in intensity and target those behaviors within coaching.
  • The ECBI helps determine one portion of PCIT graduation criteria.
 
Can I do PCIT with children with co-morbid disorders like autism?

  • There is emerging evidence that PCIT can be helpful in reducing disruptive behaviors in children with ASD. However, PCIT is not designed to be a stand-alone treatment for ASD. See PCIT literature for additional details. 
 
What is PCIT's stance on the use of time-outs? 
  • PCIT International endorses the use of time-out within the context of the following position statement

What is Teacher Child Interaction Training?

  • Teacher-Child Interaction Training (TCIT) was adapted from PCIT.
  • TCIT is a live coaching classroom intervention for young children.
  • TCIT focuses on enhancing teacher-student relationships and implementing effective classroom behavior management techniques.  
 
Where can I get help with clinical questions I have about the families I am currently working with?
  • Certified PCIT therapists have the option to participate in monthly group consultation calls
  • There is also a Certified PCIT Therapist Listserv where consultation questions can be submitted.
  • If additional consultation is required, consider contacting Global Trainers or Regional Trainers in your area.
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          • PCIT in the Netherlands
        • New Zealand
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        • Singapore
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        • South Africa
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        • United Arab Emirates
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    • Recommendations for Development of Adaptations to Parent-Child Interaction Therapy
    • PCIT Blog
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