Connecticut:
- CHOICES Is Approved by the Connecticut Certification Board
- Credential Title: Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS)
- Educational Requirements: 50 Hours/CES in the IC & RC Four Domains
Suggested Courses for Initial Certification in Connecticut
30 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following four domains:
- Advocacy - 8.0
- Ethics - 4.0
- Mentoring & Education - 8.75
- Recovery & Wellness - 9.25
This is typically a five-day course. Classes are 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST. Attendance for the full 30 hours is mandatory to receive a certificate of completion.
12 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following domain:
- Ethics - 12
This course typically lasts two days. Classes are conducted from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST. Attendance for the full 12 hours is mandatory to receive a certificate of completion.
Optional Courses for Connecticut
6 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following domains:
- Advocacy - 2.25
- Mentoring & Education - 1.25
- Recovery & Wellness - 0.75
- Ethical Responsibility - 2.25
This suicide prevention training course is delivered virtually, usually from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST over two days. It can be customized for in-person delivery.
10 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following domains:
- Advocacy - 1.0
- Mentoring & Education - 6.0
- Recovery & Wellness - 3.0
This course is delivered virtually from 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST. Attendance for the full 10 hours is mandatory to receive a certificate of completion.
Florida:
- CHOICES Is Approved by the Florida Certification Board as Provider No.5388
- Credential Title: Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) with Enhancements
- Educational Requirements: 40 Hours/CES
Suggested Courses for Initial Certification
Peer Recovery Coach Training
Duration: 5 Days
30 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following four domains:
- Advocacy - 8.0
- Ethics - 4.0
- Mentoring & Education - 8.75
- Recovery & Wellness - 9.25
This is typically a five-day course. Classes are 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST. Attendance for the full 30 hours is mandatory to receive a certificate of completion.
Illinois Candidates
Enroll in the 30-Hour Peer Coach Training and 12-Hour Ethical Foundation Training to satisfy Illinois CRPS training requirements.
Maine:
- CHOICES Is a Suggested Provider by the Maine Recovery Certification Board
- Credential Title: Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC)
- Educational Requirements: 46 Hours/CEs in the Four Domains
Suggested Courses for Initial Certification
30 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following four domains:
- Advocacy - 8.0
- Ethics - 4.0
- Mentoring & Education - 8.75
- Recovery & Wellness - 9.25
This is typically a five-day course. Classes are conducted from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST. Attendance for the full 30 hours is mandatory to receive a certificate of completion.
12 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following domain:
- Ethics - 12
This course typically lasts two days. Classes are conducted from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST. Attendance for the full 12 hours is mandatory to receive a certificate of completion.
6 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following domains:
- Advocacy - 2.25
- Mentoring & Education - 1.25
- Recovery & Wellness - 0.75
- Ethical Responsibility - 2.25
This suicide prevention training course is delivered virtually, usually from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST over two days. It can be customized for in-person delivery.
Additional Courses
For Initial Certification or Renewal/Recertification
You can attend any of these courses for your initial certification or renewal in accordance with NAADAC.
This course is available as a 4-hour course and a 10-hour course. Both training courses provide 4 CEs in the following domains:
- Advocacy
- Ethics
- Recovery & Wellness
- Mentoring & Education
Recovery Coaching in Emergency Departments
6-8 Hours/CEs will be awarded in the following four domains:
- Advocacy - 1.25
- Ethics - 1.5
- Recovery & Wellness - 1.5
- Mentoring & Education - 1.75
This course is delivered virtually. The schedule varies. Please check the dates below. Attendance is mandatory for the full course to receive a Certificate of Completion.
Let’s Talk - Strengthening Your Suicide Conversation Skills
Duration: 2 Days
4 Hours/CEs will be awarded in four domains. Please contact us to learn more about upcoming dates. This course is delivered virtually. Attendance for all four hours is mandatory to receive a certificate of completion.
Recovery Coaching in Emergency Departments
6-8 Hours/CEs will be awarded in the following four domains:
- Advocacy - 1.25
- Ethics - 1.5
- Recovery & Wellness - 1.5
- Mentoring & Education - 1.75
This course is delivered virtually. The schedule varies. Please contact us to learn more about the upcoming dates. Attendance is mandatory for the full course to receive a certificate of completion.
Maryland:
- CHOICES Is Approved by the Maryland Certification Board as Provider No.65423-EP
- Credential Title: Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS)
- Educational Requirements: 46 Hours/CEs in the IC & RC Four Domains
Suggested Courses for Initial Certification in Maryland
Peer Recovery Coach Training
Duration: 5 Days
30 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following four domains:
- Advocacy - 8.0
- Ethics - 4.0
- Mentoring & Education - 8.75
- Recovery & Wellness - 9.25
This is typically a five-day course. Classes are 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST. Attendance for the full 30 hours is mandatory to receive a certificate of completion.
12 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following domain:
- Ethics - 12
This course typically lasts two days. Classes are conducted from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST. Attendance for the full 12 hours is mandatory to receive a certificate of completion.
6 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following domains:
- Advocacy - 2.25
- Mentoring & Education - 1.25
- Recovery & Wellness - 0.75
- Ethical Responsibility - 2.25
This suicide prevention training course is delivered virtually, usually from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST over two days. It can be customized for in-person delivery.
Total CEs of This Track
Duration: 2 Days
48.5 Hours - Domains:
- Advocacy - 10.25
- Ethics - 18.25
- Mentoring & Education - 10.0
- Recovery & Wellness - 10.0
New Hampshire:
- CHOICES Is Approved by the NYCB
- Credential Title: Certified Peer Recovery Advocate (CPRA) & Certified Addiction Recovery Coach (CARC)
- Educational Requirements Depend on Which Credentials You Need
Suggested Courses for Initial Certification in Connecticut
Peer Recovery Coach Training
Duration: 5 Days
30 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following four domains:
- Advocacy - 8.0
- Ethics - 4.0
- Mentoring & Education - 8.75
- Recovery & Wellness - 9.25
This is typically a five-day course. Classes are 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST. Attendance for the full 30 hours is mandatory to receive a certificate of completion.
12 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following domain:
- Ethics - 12
This course typically lasts two days. Classes are conducted from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST. Attendance for the full 12 hours is mandatory to receive a certificate of completion.
6 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following domains:
- Advocacy - 2.25
- Mentoring & Education - 1.25
- Recovery & Wellness - 0.75
- Ethical Responsibility - 2.25
This suicide prevention training course is delivered virtually, usually from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST over two days. It can be customized for in-person delivery.
6 Hours/CEs are awarded in the following four domains:
- Advocacy - 1.75
- Mentoring & Education - 1.25
- Recovery & Wellness - 0.5
- Ethical Responsibility - 2.5
This course is delivered virtually from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST. Attendance for the full six hours is mandatory.
A Peers Introduction to Mental Health
4 CEs are awarded in the following domains:
- Advocacy - 1.0
- Mentoring & Education - 1.0
- Recovery & Wellness - 1.0
- Ethical Responsibility - 1.0
This course is delivered virtually from 12:00-4:30 p.m. EST. Attendance for the full 4hours is mandatory.
Total CEs of This Track
55 Hours - Domains:
- Advocacy - 12.0
- Ethics - 20.75
- Mentoring & Education - 11.25
- Recovery & Wellness - 10.5