The Peer Connection's Certified Peer Support Training

When

March 11, 12, 25, 26 & April 1 - Sessions will begin at 8:00 a.m. and end at 5:00 p.m. each day (with breaks).
April 2 - Session will begin at 8:00 a.m. and end at 3:00 p.m. (with breaks).

Where

HYBRID:
Online - March 11, 12, 25, 26 & April 1
In-Person - April 2 (The Peer Connection, 1008 3rd Avenue, Suite C, Conway, SC 29526)

Who Should Attend

People in recovery who are interested in becoming a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS). Interested individuals must submit an application and participate in an interview.

Description

The Peer Connection's Certified Peer Support Training provides a 46-hour educational opportunity designed for those individuals interested in actively serving as a CPSS. A CPSS is anyone interested in promoting recovery by removing barriers and obstacles to recovery and serving as a personal guide and mentor for people seeking or maintaining recovery. The training will provide participants with a comprehensive overview of the purpose and tasks of a CPSS and will explain the various roles associated with a CPSS. The training will also provide participants with tools and resources useful in providing recovery support services.

Objectives

1. Learn the roles and functions of a CPSS
2. Build skills to enhance relationships
3. Discuss co-occurring disorders and medication-assisted recovery
4. Describe stages of change and their applications
5. Address ethical issues and experience wellness planning
6. Practice skills and documentation training

Contact

Kori Criddle, Peer Connection Director of Intervention Services, kcriddle@thepeerconnection.org

Credit

46 hours for certification as a Peer Support Specialist (if all sessions are attended in their entirety and the certification test is passed)

Registration Information

Visit https://thepeerconnection.org/our-services.

Registration Deadline

The deadline to schedule an interview is March 8, 2023.