FAVOR Lowcountry Certified Peer Support Specialist Training - April/May 2026

When

Saturday, April 18 (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.); Tuesday, April 21 (6:00-9:00 p.m.); Wednesday, April 22 (6:00-9:00 p.m.)
Saturday, April 25 (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.); Tuesday, April 28 (6:00-9:00 p.m.); Wednesday, April 29 (6:00-9:00 p.m.)
Saturday, May 2 (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.); Tuesday, May 5 (6:00-9:00 p.m.); Wednesday, May 6 (6:00-9:00 p.m.)
Saturday, May 9 (8:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.)

Where

HYBRID:
In-Person - April 18 & 25 and May 2 & 9 (FAVOR Lowcountry, 3030 Ashley Town Center Drive, Suite 202B, Charleston, SC 29414)
Zoom - April 21-22 & 28-29 and May 5-6

Who Should Attend

People in recovery who are interested in becoming a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS). Interested individuals must submit an application.

REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO 16 PARTICIPANTS

Description

The FAVOR Lowcountry Certified Peer Support Training provides a 46-hour educational opportunity designed for those individuals interested in actively serving as a CPSS. A CPSS is anyone interested in promoting recovery by removing barriers and obstacles to recovery and serving as a personal guide and mentor for people seeking or maintaining recovery. The training will provide participants with a comprehensive overview of the purpose and tasks of a CPSS and will explain the various roles associated with a CPSS. The training will also provide participants with tools and resources useful in providing recovery support services.

Objectives

1. Learn the roles and functions of a CPSS
2. Build skills to enhance relationships
3. Discuss co-occurring disorders and medication-assisted recovery
4. Describe stages of change and their applications
5. Address ethical issues and experience wellness planning
6. Practice skills and documentation training

Contact

Asa Langston, FAVOR Lowcountry Program Director, asa@favorlowcountry.com

Credit

46 hours for certification as a Peer Support Specialist (if all sessions are attended in their entirety and the certification test is passed)

Cost

$300 (Interested applicants may inquire about scholarships.)

Registration Information

Contact Chris Cherry, FAVOR Lowcountry Director of Operations, at chris@favorlowcountry.com to request an application.