This evening/Saturday class schedule offers you the opportunity to obtain up to 3 PCB certifications together, or individually.
The CPS Certification Training is a 75 hour course, delivered live (in-person) weeknights and Saturdays in August 2023. The training provides foundational knowledge, skills and values that equip individuals to work as Peer Supporters in the state of Pennsylvania. Includes WRAP Certification.
The additional 12 hour LGBTQ+ Specialization training will enhance the participant’s comprehension and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues, including and not limited to terminology, overall stigmas and issues, solidarity models, and power dynamics. This portion of the training is held online via ZOOM on Friday evenings with a live instructor.
Successful completion of the CPS Certification course renders the learner eligible to sit for the PA Certification Board exam, which is required for full certification.
Certifications: Certified Peer Specialist (75 hour), WRAP I (16 hour), LGBTQ+ SPecialization (16 hour).
No! Those who wish to build better relationships with LGBTQ peers as well as current allies, friends, and supporters will find the training enlightening and beneficial.
Yes! Funding to take this course may be available from your local PA Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, your county office of Behavioral Health, the Veteran's Administration and others. Many learners are sponsored by new or current employers. Click the application link to register for the course, then please email us at [email protected] for more information.
To qualify for Certified Peer Specialist Training, you must: (a) Have a high school diploma or a general equivalency degree. (b) Identify as a Peer or person with lived experience. (c) Within the last (3) years, has maintained at least 12 months of successful full or part-time paid or voluntary work experience or obtained at least 24 credit hours of post-secondary education.
Yes! We are an authorized vendor for Certified Peer Specialist training.
All classes will be held in our Center City location at 833 Chestnut St, suite 1100, Philadelphia, PA, 19107. The building is a secure building with a staffed security desk. There is ample parking available on the same block and across the street. We are also accessible by SEPTA Bus, Rail, Broad Street Subway and the Market-Frankford Elevated Line
Saturdays from 9am - 4pm. Weeknights are Monday through Friday 5pm-9pm. Training begins on Saturday, 8/5/2023 and ends on Saturday 8/26/2023. Friday classes are live sessions via Zoom. All other classes are in-person classroom sessions.
The LGBTQ+ Specialization classes are online via ZOOM with a live instructor. The PA Certification Board requires that CPS Certification Classes be held in the classroom with live instructors.
Charlotte Andrews LBS, LPC, CESP, ACS, JD
Mental Health Partnerships, 833 Chestnut Street, 11th floor Philadelphia, PA 19107
