Training

Save the Date: 2025 CPS Save the Date.FINAL

Application: CPS FALL APPLICATION 2025.FINAL

Certified Peer Specialist (CPS)
Training sponsored by:
SBHM, Inc. and the Northwest BH
Partnership
With prior approval, a limited amount of Scholarships are
available for individuals who reside in:
Armstrong, Butler, Crawford, Indiana, Lawrence, Mercer,
Venango, Washington, and Westmoreland. Scholarship
includes the PA Certification Board Testing Fee!
*Out of county applicants welcome, however, scholarships
are only available to those who reside in the counties listed
above*
identified above. *
Training Requirements:
 Be at least 18 years of age
 Self-identify with having lived experience as a person with
a Mental Health Diagnosis
 Must have access to a Chromebook, tablet, or a laptop to
complete the online portion of the training. *Cellphones
are not permitted equipment for online CPS Training*
 Have obtained a GED or High School Diploma
 Within the last three (3) years, have maintained at least 12
months of successful work or volunteer experience, OR
earned at least 24 credit hours at a college or postsecondary
educational institution.