Are you interested in becoming an N.C. Certified Peer Support Specialist?

WHO IS A PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST?

Peer Support Specialists are people living in recovery with mental illness and/or substance use disorder and who provide support to others who can benefit from their lived experiences. The North Carolina Certified Peer Support Specialist Program provides acknowledgment that the peer has met a set of requirements necessary to provide support to individuals with mental health or substance use disorder.

VISION FOR PEER SUPPORT IN NORTH CAROLINA

To develop a qualified Peer Support Specialist workforce that has the support, access, credibility, competency, respect, and the valued role within the mental health and substance use disorder service delivery system to positively impact the lives of individuals experiencing mental health and addiction challenges. This is accomplished through the NC Certified Peer Support Specialist Program. Please click the link below for more info.

https://pss.unc.edu/