Training Calendar



CORE Peer Specialist Training

May 17 - 19, 2024 | 9am - 5pm

Virtual

CORE Peer Specialist training is a 3 day training in which participants learn about the fundamental principles and skills of peer support work in the state of Texas. *This training satisfies the prerequisite requirement for the supplemental training. Participants who complete this training and pass the knowledge assessment are eligible to apply for the supplemental trainings, Mental Health Peer Specialist (MHPS), Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS), Re-Entry Peer Specialist (RPS), Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS).


Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS) Training

May 29 - June 2, 2024 | 9am - 5pm

Virtual

Prerequisite: Core training certificate of completion

Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS) training meets the 46-hour state certification requirement. Participants who complete this training and pass the knowledge assessment are eligible to apply for Peer Specialist certification in the state of Texas. If you are interested utilizing your lived experience in substance use recovery to support others with similar experiences, this training is for you. Training participants will learn: -Advocacy -Recovery/Wellness Planning -Mentoring & Role Modeling -Documentation Basics -Trauma Informed Supports -Networking & Resources -Motivational Interviewing Techniques.

Mental Health Peer Specialist (MHPS) Training

May 20 - 24, 2024 | 9am - 5pm

Virtual

Prerequisite: Core training certificate of completion

Mental Health Peer Specialist (MHPS) training meets the 40-hour requirement for certification. Participants who complete this training and pass the knowledge assessment are eligible to apply for Peer Specialist certification in the state of Texas. If you are interested utilizing your lived experience in mental health recovery to support others with similar experiences, this training is for you. Training participants will learn about: -Ethics/Values -Stages of Recovery -Recovery Story Telling -Change Agent/Advocacy -Engagement and Support -Effective Communication Skills.