ACCESS FAVOR Certified Peer Support Specialist Training (April/May 2026)
When:
April 22, 2026 - May 7, 2026
from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
When
April 22-23 & 29-30; May 6-7, 2026 (9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
Where
SC Works Georgetown Center, 1105 Church Street, Georgetown, SC 29440
Who Should Attend
People in recovery who are interested in becoming a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS)
Prerequisites
High school diploma, GED, or higher education
In recovery for a minimum of two years from a substance use disorder (alcohol and/or other drugs)
Description
ACCESS FAVOR provides a 46-hour training that validates participants' desire to share some of their personal experiences, direct others to multiple pathways to recovery, and provide information about resources and services so that others can be encouraged to engage in their own personal wellness and recovery.
Objectives
Learn the roles and functions of a CPSS
Build skills to enhance relationships
Discuss co-occurring disorders and medication-assisted recovery
Describe stages of change and their applications
Address ethical issues and experience wellness planning
Practice skills and documentation training
Contact
For more information or an application, contact Bonnie Rothermel (843-488-1011 or brothermel@accessfavor.org).
Credit
46 hours for certification as a Peer Support Specialist (All sessions must be attended for successful completion.)
