The CPS Certification Training is a 75-hour hybrid training fully authorized by the PA Certification Board (PCB). The class is delivered live (in-person) during the first week, and Online via Zoom the second week.
The training provides foundational knowledge, skills and values that equip individuals to work as Peer Supporters in the state of Pennsylvania. This training costs $1400.00, Funding available for new employees of Peerstar, inc.
The CPS Certification Training includes the following topics:
Successful completion of this training requires consistent attendance, full participation in activities and assignments, as well as satisfactory scores on two weekly tests. Successful completion of this course renders the learner eligible to sit for the PA Certification Board exam, which is required for full certification.
Mental Health Partnerships, 833 Chestnut Street, 11th floor Philadelphia, PA 19107
Institute Staff
Yes! We are an authorized vendor for Certified Peer Specialist training.
Yes! Funding to take this course may be available from your local PA Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, your county office of Behavioral Health, or the Veteran's Administration. If you are seeking employment Peerstar will fund training for new employees to be certified.
To qualify for Certified Peer Specialist Training, you must: Identify as a Peer or person with lived experience with Mental Health experience.
The classes are held on weekdays, Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 4:00pm. In Person classes begin Monday ending Friday. Online classes begin the following Monday through Friday.
Yes! The 2nd week of training is live online via Zoom. You can attend anywhere that you have internet access.
