Yes, training is available for students outside of Texas. However, please note that while you are welcome to sign up for our training sessions, some of the content covered may be specific to Texas. Additionally, please be aware that completing a training session outside of Texas may not count towards certification in your state. We...
All Peer Academy training sessions are conducted online. You can access the training from anywhere, as long as you have a computer and a reliable internet connection. To ensure effective interaction and learning, we require being in a private setting, using a computer or laptop with a webcam instead of a cell phone to join...
Yes, we offer scholarships for all our training. Please visit here scholarship page to get started! Texas Workforce Commission – The Texas Workforce Commission offers a variety of financial aid programs for core, MHPS, and RSPS specialty training. Visit the Texas Workforce Commission website for more information and to see if you qualify for financial...
November 15, 2024 Core Training After completing the orientation and self-assessment, peer supporters must attend the Texas Peer Specialist Core Training. This training is three full days (or 19.5 hours of instruction, not including lunch or breaks). In this training, you will explore knowledge and skills that are foundational to peer support practice, regardless of...
November 15, 2024 Please note that this article is about how long MHPS training is valid, not how long an MHPS certification is valid. For the latter, please see the State Application and Certemy FAQs section. All peer training (RSPS, MHPS, PSS, CFP) expires 2 years after the date your certificate of completion is issued....