Requirements:

• You must self-identify as a person with lived experience with mental health or substance use services, or be a parent or legal guardian of a child (under the age of 18) with lived experience with mental health or substance use services.
• Be in recovery from mental health or substance use disorder for at least one year 
• You must demonstrate reading and writing comprehension.
• You must be over 18 years of age.
• Pass the state CPS oral and written exams 

Continuing Education Requirements:

• 20 hours of CEU, Every 2 years

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Resources:

Become a Certified Peer Support Specialist

Certified Peer Specialist Application

Health Care Authority Information

Peer Specialist Information

Peer Support and Counseling

FAQ about CPS

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