Course Detail: CEPD-CHAHA - Peer Recovery Support Specialist Training Program (Chicago Apprenticeship Hub)

Certified Recovery Support Specialist Success Program 

Course Fees: $3,625

Dates: February 23 - August 15, 2026

Times: Meeting Schedule Determined by Instructors

Course Description: 
The Recovery Support Specialist Training Program will provide high-quality recovery support training and prepare individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, or co-occurring conditions to support others in their recovery journeys.  

The 3-course program contains 135 hours of classroom education over three courses:

  • Session 1: Fundamentals of Substance Use, Mental Health and Peer Recovery Support
  • Session 2: Peer Recovery Support: Models, Skills and Practices
  • Session 3: Application to Diverse Populations and Across Settings

Course material meets the education requirements for the NAADAC NCPRSS credential, the ICB CRSS credential and the ICB CPRS credential.  Students will be provided with documentation that can be submitted for appropriate certifications.  

Courses will follow a hybrid format.  Synchronous online sessions will be held on Mondays from 6:00-9:00 pm, in-person sessions will be held on Saturdays at the Governors State University camps from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.  Students will be required to access and complete coursework using the Blackboard platform.  

All registrations must be approved before enrolling by GSU's Addictions Program. 

If you have questions regarding the Peer Recovery training programs or are interested in signing up for future programs please contact prssgsu@govst.edu

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