FAVOR Piedmont Recovery Training Academy – July 2027 Certified Peer Support Specialist Training

This event is not hosted by BHDD.

When

• Tuesday, July 6; Wednesday, July 7; & Thursday, July 8 (5:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
• Saturday, July 10 (9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
• Tuesday, July 13; Wednesday, July 14; & Thursday, July 15 (5:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
• Saturday, July 17 (9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
• Tuesday, July 20; Wednesday, July 21; & Thursday, July 22 (5:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
• Saturday, July 24 (9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

Where

Virtual (Link will be sent to participants before the first session.)

Who Should Attend

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

Description

The FAVOR Piedmont Recovery Training Academy 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

Jamie Chrisman, jamie.chrisman@favorpiedmont.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)

Cost

$300

Registration Information

Click here to register.