Training Applications
The Texas Peer Specialist CORE training is a required, foundational program for individuals with lived experience who want to pursue Peer Specialist certification in Texas. This interactive training introduces the core values, roles, and skills of peer support and is the first step toward Mental Health Peer Specialist (MHPS) or Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS) certification.
This application is for individuals seeking certification as a Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS). RSPS training prepares peers with lived experience in substance use or co-occurring recovery to provide ethical, recovery-oriented support in community and behavioral health settings. RecoveryPeople is a Texas Certification Board–approved training entity.
This application is for individuals interested in completing training to become Peer Specialist Supervisors. The PSS training prepares participants to supervise peer roles, support professional development, and uphold recovery-oriented and trauma-informed supervision practices in accordance with Texas standards.
Scholarships & Continuing Education
Scholarship Application for assistance with covering costs of training. Applicants are asked to briefly describe the purpose of the scholarship they are seeking and how it aligns with their short- and long-term career goals.
Continuing Education offerings available to our peer learners. Applicants are directed to a continuing education event calendar where they can view upcoming trainings and register for sessions that support their professional development.
Instructors & Curriculum Developers, Supervisors, & Training Entities
Do you teach, train, or support peer education?
This application is for Peer Specialists, supervisors, and trainers who help deliver peer training or develop curriculum. RecoveryPeople is always looking to collaborate with instructors who are passionate about strengthening the peer workforce.
This form is for Qualified Supervisors seeking to supervise 250 peer specialist experience hours and/or 250 peer specialist supervisor experience hours.
These entities provide curriculum covering recovery principles, ethics, and advocacy, preparing peers to mentor others, facilitate support groups, and navigate systems.