Medi-Cal Peer Support Certification Training
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OVERVIEW
Painted Brain is an Approved Training Vendor through CalMHSA’s Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Program, providing the 80-hour Peer Support Certification Training since 2022 when the curriculum was overhauled to meet training requirements and make it simple for students to study for their certification exam.
Our revamped curriculum has 17 modules, each corresponding to a different Core Competency to simplify studying.
What is Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Training?
Our Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Training program was developed and is taught by people with lived experience.
This vital training prepares students to deliver valuable behavioral health support services by covering the Peer Support Specialist 17 Core Competencies required for Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Training through self-reflection, skill building, practice sessions, and guided group exploration.
Through personal storytelling, we bring a message of hope and inspiration to audiences ranging from high school to graduate school students, mental health consumers to policymakers and community leaders.
Class Start Dates:
Nov 12 – Dec 19 (MTWTh Evenings) 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Dec 17th & 19th (TTh Afternoons) 12:00 – 3:00 PM (CE in Law & Ethics)
Training Method(s):
Online only (LMS system plus virtual classroom)
Training Modality:
Cohort Style
Training Length:
Varies
Registration Dates:
Ongoing/Rolling
To Register for Classes or for More Information:
https://paintedbrain.org/peer-support-specialist-certification
Contact Person:
Tiffany Elliott, Training Program Manager
Phone: (213) 297-1513
Email: peersupporttraining@paintedbrain.org
(Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
LEARNING RESOURCES/ADDITIONAL READINGS FOR PEER TRAINERS
The Role of Mutuality in Peer Work The Transformative Power of Connection
In the environment of peer support, nothing is as significant as the principle of mutuality. Fundamentally, mutuality embodies the common understanding that both parties in the peer relationship have the same degree of knowledge, strengths, and potential for...
How Mental Health Professionals Practice What They Preach: A Look at Their Self-Care Practices
Self-care is a buzzword that resonates across all walks of life. It is vital for mental healthcare professionals who deal with trauma in their daily lives. For them, self-care is the fundamental element for living a balanced and nurtured life. They tirelessly support...
The Importance of Hope in Peer Work
Discover the transformative power of hope in peer support for mental health. In a world where empathy and understanding make all the difference, uncover how hope can spark the journey to recovery.
How to Improve Your Counseling Skills and Psychology Knowledge
Counseling and psychology are dynamic and constantly evolving fields, and it is important for professionals to continually strive to improve their skills and knowledge. There are numerous ways to improve your expertise and capabilities, whether you are just starting...
3 Healthy Steps for Stress Management and Conflict Resolution
When the burdens of life begin to accumulate or conflicts with others emerge, stress often follows like a shadow. This is why mastering the art of stress management and conflict resolution becomes crucial - it safeguards our mental well-being and also helps preserve...
Leading by Example: Understanding The Power of Authentic Leadership
A leader is one of the most important aspects of any group undertaking. The leader is the driving force, the motivation, the one that everyone turns to when a certain proverbial waste product hits the fan. This presence and ability to take charge...
A leader in innovative peer-driven services
We are a leader in innovative peer-driven services and training in behavioral health, digital literacy, and the arts.
Our reach and staff are representative of the diverse communities throughout California, including the LGBTQ+, reentry, disability, and ethnically and linguistically diverse communities.
Our peer-run program has been transforming lives in California for over a decade.