The Peer Support Specialist is a 21 week program composed of 16 credit hours. This intensive certificate covers ethical boundaries, client advocacy, engagement skills, and group techniques. It concludes with the Peer Support Specialist Capstone which will provide students with 40 classroom hours of training in the particular domains required for the Registered Alcohol and Drug Peer Support Specialist Certification. Eligible students can also complete the Temporary Registered Alcohol and Drug Peer Recovery Specialist application upon completion of the capstone week. This certificate is appropriate for candidates planning to be a Peer Support Specialist, as well as those interested in furthering their knowledge in the addiction treatment and recovery field.