Every style of person-centered planning requires the foundation of a person-centered way of thinking.
Teaching and supporting the use of person-centered thinking skills will mean that it is more likely that plans will be used and acted on and the lives of people who use services will improve.
A foundational person-centered skill set will give you and your organization several ways to get plans started, so updating the plans will occur “naturally,” requiring less effort and time.
Credentialing a Person-Centered Thinking Trainer creates greater autonomy for your organization.
What is a Person-Centered Thinking Trainer?
The Learning Community for Person-Centered Practices (TLCPCP) is a collaborative of agencies, companies, states, and individuals who come together to ensure best practices in Person Centered Practices as well as resources such as curriculum, education, conferences, group discussions, and celebrations.
Your Training Schedule At a Glance
Training for your Person-Centered Thinking Trainer credentialing takes anywhere from 6-8 months and is required to be done with a training partner whether from your agency or another organization.
Skills Attained
- Support the development of a positive organizational culture by partnership, learning, and accountability
- Create and edit Person-Centered Descriptions (PCDs)
- Gain in-depth training on 11 person-centered observational, management, and problem-solving skills to develop effective plans and support the person
- Foster the full implementation of person-centered practices into any organization
- Skillfully guide others to accurately use Person-Centered Thinking practices
- Expertly and effectively deliver Person-Centered Training to others
What does it take to become a certified Person-Centered Thinking Trainer?
People who become intentional person-centered thinking practitioners are often inspired to take their practice to the next level by becoming a PCT Trainer.
Becoming a PCT Trainer is not just about delivering the curriculum. It is about training, skilled plan facilitation, and truly being an ambassador for person-centered practices and The Learning Community for Person-Centered Practices.
Review the list of prerequisites and certification requirements below for more detailed information on becoming a Person-Centered Thinking Trainer.
- Confirm a committed training partner to complete the 6-8 months of training with you.
- Successfully complete Person-Centered Thinking Training.
- Identify a certified PCT Mentor Trainer who is willing to mentor you through the process. That’s us!
- Most PCT Mentor Trainers have their own application process by which they accept PCT trainer candidates. We require a Commitment Interview with our PCT Mentor and a Letter of Recommendation.
- Must have experience in the target audience/sector for which you are becoming a Trainer; be it personal or work experience.
Why Should You Get Credentialed with IntellectAbility?
- We’re not a “one-man show”. We have a whole team supporting our Trainers so they can focus solely on training and credentialing you as a Trainee. We aim to ensure you’re set up for success with every training you deliver.
- You will receive participatory and attentive training from our small, 2-4 student Trainer Credentialing classes and “Open Zoom Rooms” for private instruction scheduled throughout your training.
- Should you have a question or encounter something you need assistance with after being credentialed, you will always have access to one of our trainers via our PCT help line.
- We are very thorough. Prior to invoicing, our Mentor has a conversation with every Trainee to not only ensure they are partnered up effectively, but to ensure we can deliver the service and product you're looking to achieve.
