Oregon Peer Support Specialist (PSS) Certification Training
State-endorsed PSS certification in Oregon, administered by Oregon Health Authority (OHA). Types: Peer Support Specialist (MH/SUD), Family Support Specialist, Youth Support Specialist (under 30), Peer Wellness Specialist, Recovery Peer. Requirements: HS diploma, lived experience (SUD or MH), 40 hou…
Duur: 40 hours training (in-person or virtual, statewide)
State-endorsed PSS certification in Oregon, administered by Oregon Health Authority (OHA). Types: Peer Support Specialist (MH/SUD), Family Support Specialist, Youth Support Specialist (under 30), Peer Wellness Specialist, Recovery Peer. Requirements: HS diploma, lived experience (SUD or MH), 40 hours OHA-approved training, pass background check, state registry listing. No statewide exam; trainers assess KSA during training. No certification fee. Recertification: every 3 years with 20 CEUs. Medicaid reimbursable: Yes (must be supervised). Telehealth: Yes. Contact: ABDIASIS.MOHAMED@oha.oregon.gov. Conference: Peerpocalypse. 3,788 certified peer specialists in OR (2024).