Certified Peer Specialist Certification Training in April/May 2023
Dickinson Center, Inc. & North Central PA Health Care and Social Assistance Industry Partnership implemented by Workforce Solutions are hosting a Certified Peer Specialist Certification Training. CPS Certification Training is a 75-hour training.
The training provides foundational knowledge, skills, and values that equip individuals to work as Peer Supporters in the state of PA.
Training Dates:
April 24-28, 2023
and
May 1-5, 2023
(10) day course
Location:
The Royal Inn
17089 Boot Jack Road, #219
Ridgway, PA 15853
All Applicants:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Have received or are receiving mental health services for serious mental illness
- Identify as an individual in recovery and be willing to share their experience of recovery
- Have a GED or High School Diploma
- Completed at least 12 months of paid or volunteer work or 24 credit hours within in the past three (3)
These are requirements of PA Certification Board (PCB)
To inquire or register, call 814.772.2005 ext. 422 or email [email protected]
Costs for Elk/Cameron, Potter, Forest/Warren, Clearfield/Jefferson and McKean counties: "Agencies are responsible to pay for 25% of the cost ($450.00) per employee/participant. 75% of the costs for the training and fees are provided by the North Central PA Healthcare and Social Assistance Industry Partnership implemented by Workforce Solutions"