This training is a valuable resource for Peer workforce development. Our desire and intention is to continue to grow and strengthen our Peer workforce by making training accessible and consistent. Training occurs in two parts: Level One for certification as a Kansas Certified Peer Specialist in Training (KCPST), which is an online, self-paced format, and Level Two for certification as a Kansas Certified Peer Specialist, which is a 2.5-day training that will be offered up to 4 times per year in varying locations around the state or virtually.

The level one training will provide for a person with lived experience as a person in sustained mental health recovery to apply for certification as a Kansas Certified Peer Specialist in Training (KCPST). Under the KCPST certification, the Peer Specialist may provide up to 20 hours of billable services per week under the supervision requirements. The KCPST certification is valid for one year from the date of issue. Within that year, the Peer Specialist must complete the level II Kansas Certified Peer Specialist (KCPS) training and make an application for certification as a KCPS. Level II training can be taken after 90 days of supervision and once the supervisor of the KCPST verifies that the KCPST has shown competency in delivering peer support services. Upon certification as a KCPS, the Peer Specialist may provide up to 30 billable hours of peer support services per week under the required supervision. Level I training is required for all persons before Level II training may be taken.

Downloadable application documents required for certification can be found under the Training documents section below. Once the completed application and required documents are submitted, reviewed, and approved by KDADS, the individual and their supervisor will receive their approval letter and the Certification document by email.

For questions please contact: Zac.Wilson@ks.gov or call (785) 296-6495.

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Level I Online Training Link

Access the LearnWorlds training platform. Individuals must create a username and password to create their own training account. This site also contains other KDADS Advanced trainings that LearnWorlds users have access.

LearnWorlds Training Platform

Click on the “Sign Up Now” button to create an account and get started.

For questions please contact: Zac.Wilson@ks.gov or call (785) 296-6495.

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Advanced Trainings

The two-part Supervisor Training is a requirement for supervisor Peers. Part 1 is for all disciplines. Part 2 is separated into “Supervisor Training: Certified Peer Specialists and Peer Mentors” and “Supervisor Training: Parent Peer Support,” depending upon the certification held by the Peer/s you will be supervising.

Peer Support Supervisor Training

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Level II Training Schedule

Individuals should plan to attend all three days of training from 9 am to 5 pm. Trainers can end the training early if all the material is covered before 5 pm on the third day. Full attendance is required to pass the training. Individuals are expected to give their full, undivided attention during the training and refrain from completing work tasks during the training, barring emergencies. Special accommodation requests should be emailed to Whitney Cravens: whitney.cravens@wichita.edu at least two weeks before the training date.

Requirements to attend KCPS level two training:

Participants in the virtual Zoom training will need to have internet access and use a computer with video

• Must have completed and passed KCPS Level One Training Online
• Applied KDADS for approval as a Kansas Certified Peer Specialist in Training (KCPST)
• Received KCPST approval certificate from KDADS
• Submitted Level Two Training Application Packet (consisting of the registration form and the supervisor approval form) to KDADS
• Individuals must have a minimum of 90 days under supervision before applying for L2 training

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Training Documents