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When can I start collecting my 250 work experience hours? 

Last Updated: June 11, 2026

Complete your Initial Application in Certemy  After completing the Core and Supplemental training for your chosen Peer Specialist certification, you will need to complete an initial application with TCB. Once this application is approved, TCB will add a new application to your Certemy account called “RSPS Full” or “MHPS Full”, depending on the certification you...

How Do I Request a Supervision Hours Extension?

Last Updated: February 24, 2026

If you are working toward your MHPS or RSPS certification and need more time to complete your 250 supervised work experience hours, you can request an extension before your 6-month certificate expires. Certemy prefers that participants send extension requests at least one month before their certificate’s expiration date. The sooner you request, the better. How...

Your 250 Work Experience Hours: What Counts and Where to Complete Them

Last Updated: February 24, 2026

Before you can apply for your Mental Health Peer Specialist (MHPS) or Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS) certification, you’ll need to complete 250 hours of work experience in a peer support role. Here’s everything you need to know about what qualifies and where you can complete those hours. What Types of Work Count Toward My...

Finding a Peer Specialist Supervisor for Your 250 Hours

Last Updated: February 24, 2026

To earn your Mental Health Peer Specialist (MHPS) or Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS) certification, you’ll need to receive supervision from a certified Peer Specialist Supervisor (PSS) while completing your 250 work experience hours. A PSS must have completed the 2-Day PSS Training and received their certification through TCBAP in order to supervise your hours....