CAPS peer certification deadline coming up
This is reposted from MK's email who forwarded GS's email (Thank you, Mark & Georgie!)
Greetings,
CAPS Academy is currently accepting applications for The Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Program. This training is built on the foundation of one of the oldest and best Peer Trainings in California. Our training prepares those who identify as peers for the State Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Exam.
In addition to exam prep, CAPS prepares peers for roles in the public mental health system as employees or volunteers able to support individuals on their road to recovery. CAPS Academy provides an immersive learning experience and offers cohorts online via Zoom.
Some details:
- CAPS Academy provides 80 hours of live instruction via Zoom
- Guest Subject Matter Experts with over 30 years’ combined experience
- 1:1 support meeting with the instructors
- The option to have a peer partner
- Exam prep in the form of quizzes, teach backs and study groups
- Classroom and 1:1 instruction on how to register for the exam
Participants will learn CALMHSA’s 17 Core Competencies in addition to a few other vital topics.
CAPS Academy Cohorts for 2024
June 24th – July 18th Classes meet online via Zoom on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday mornings from 9 AM – 1 PM for 4 weeks. Deadline to apply to the June Cohort is June 7th at 5 PM or when we reach capacity (whichever comes first).
August 5th – August 29th: Classes meet online via Zoom on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday evening from 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM for 4 weeks. Deadline to apply to the August Cohort is July 19th at 5 PM or when we reach capacity (whichever comes first).
If you are interested in applying to CAPS, I invite you to click on the Application link: California Association of Peer Supporters Academy | CAPS Academy
If you have any questions, please call me at (323) 772-9732 or you may email me.
Sincerely,
The CAPS Academy Team
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