Kansas is one of a few states where Parent Peer Support is both a requirement for mental health providers and also a billable service. Parent Peer Support is a specialized service that provides support to parents with children who are struggling with Serious Emotional Disturbance, Substance Use, or co-occurring conditions. This service is provided to support the stabilization of the child and enhance the family’s quality of life.
The training is provided for free. Training occurs in two parts: Level One certification to become a Kansas Certified Parent Peer Specialist in Training (KCPPST) is in an online, self-paced format. After completion of Level One, Individual Education Plan training is to be completed through Families Together. Families Together will send a link for the training via email to those who have completed Level One. Level Two for certification as a Kansas Certified Parent Peer Specialist is a 2 day in-person training that will be offered up to 4 times per year in varying locations around the state. To be fully certified, both levels must be completed.
Information on each of these leveled trainings and instructions regarding application for certification are available under the Training Documents section below. The “Frequently Asked Questions” will be a helpful resource as well.
For questions or comments, please contact Linda Buchheister.