Academy of Peer Services

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Academy of Peer Services

675 Hoes Lane
Research Tower Room 801D
Piscataway NJ 08854
Main:
917-837-1957
(User Support)
Hours:
Call for hours.
Email:
academyofpeerservicesnyomh​@gmail.com

* Provides online, on-demand, self-directed training and testing for those seeking certification as peer specialists.

  • Includes wide variety of interactive multimedia courses. 
  • Includes courses on the supervision of Peer Specialists. 
  • Links participants to certification through the New York Peer Specialist Certification Board. 


* Provides a virtual learning community for peer specialists at https://aps-community.org/about/

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Eligibility: While designed for the certification of peer specialists, anyone with an interest in learning more about peer support is welcome to take courses.

Application Process: Visit website.

Required Documentation: Call for information.

Fees: Enrollment is free.

Coverage Note: New York State.

Cultural Competency: Cultural competency, diversity, equity, and inclusion training for staff, Staff reflects population served

Languages: Website can be translated

 

Academy of Peer Services is a website offering a wide range of interactive multimedia courses for those seeking certification as peer specialists. APS is a collaboration between the New York Association of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (NYAPRS), Rutgers University, and community partners. APS is funded through the New York State Office of Mental Health (NYSOMH).