Counsellors in Training (CIT) – Senior
Counselor in Training - Senior
Counsellors in Training (CIT) – Senior
JUNE 29 TO AUGUST 28 2026
REGISTRATIONS BEGIN FEBRUARY 9TH
Since the summer of 2024, the MEF program has been divided into three distinct categories:
Junior CIT Program, Senior CIT Program, and Special Needs CIT Program.
(For further details regarding the Teen CIT Special Needs Program, please refer to the Special Needs section on our website.)
SENIOR CIT PROGRAM
The Senior CIT program targets youths aged 14-15 (Sec 2 to 4), designed specifically for teens with more than one summer of CIT experience. Tailored to prepare teens for counselor roles, the program emphasizes spending the majority of their day within designated groups. The program is geared towards CITs with a strong will to become counselors and have an interest in working with children in the future. The progam focuses on:
- Intervention methods and problem-solving techniques
- Characteristics and psychology of children according to their age group
- Emergency measures
- Animation techniques
- Activity planning
- Leadership opportunities
Limited spots are available, and interviews will determine acceptance. Seniors undergo training and evaluation akin to regular counselors. Upon program completion and receipt of their diploma, they will receive priority notification about summer 2025 hiring opportunities. CITs are supported throughout the program by the CIT Leaders who will evaluate their progress and provide constructive feedback. Possibility of registering for more than one session. During their second session, the CITs will receive more practical experience to complete theoretical competency acquired during the first session.
Senior Aquatic CIT Program: Swimming–Senior CIT Combo
This is a dual training program leading to the Swimming Instructor (SI) and Counselor in Training Instructor (CIT) leadership certifications.
This program was awarded the Innovation and Excellence Award by the Association des camps du Québec (ACQ) in 2025 —an achievement we are immensely proud of.
When:
3 weeks, from August 10 to August 28, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
A mandatory internship must be completed afterward.
Prerequisites:
• Hold a Bronze Cross (BC) certification
• Be 15 or 16 years old (Grade 9, 10, or 11)
FAQ
Contact: camp@centredusablon.com
CIT applications must be completed and submitted before JUNE 1st, 2026. Places are limited.
CIT applicants will be called in for interviews from mid May to June.
Acceptance into the program is dependent on application and interview. If selected, the CIT will have to attend a mandatory orientation which will be held in June prior to the start of camp.
ANIMATOR
TBD
SCHEDULE
Session 1: June 29 to July 17
Session 2: July 20 to August 7
Session 3: August 10 to August 28
PRICE
$100/week
$300/session (3 weeks)
+ $19.50 CDS annual membership fee (taxes applicable for those over 14 years old)
