Iowa

Yes

Both mental health and substance use certifications are called Peer Recovery Specialist through the Iowa Board of Certification. The Family Peer Support training leads to the certification called Family Peer Support Specialist.

High school diploma or GED

References are not required for Peer Support Specialist or Recovery Coach training. These trainings will also admit people at 18 years old. 21 is for Family Peer Support Specialist only.

References are not required for Peer Support Specialist or Recovery Coach training. These trainings will also admit people at 18 years old. 21 is for Family Peer Support Specialist only.

Must attend and complete the PSS 40 hour training + 6 hours of ethics - this is one part of the ability to certify. In addition to this training, Iowa Board of Certification requires a minimum of 500 hours work/practicum/volunteer experience specific to the domains of advocacy, mentoring/education. recovery/support/wellness and ethical responsibilty; and minimum of 25 hours of supervision.

Training is free to any Iowan who meets the training requirements of lived experience; high shcool diploma or GED, and 18+ (21+ for Family Peer Support Specialist). Lodging support stipends may be available.

Training is free to any Iowan who meets the training requirements of lived experience; high shcool diploma or GED, and 18+ (21+ for Family Peer Support Specialist). Lodging support stipends may be available.

Training is free to any Iowan who meets the training requirements of lived experience; high shcool diploma or GED, and 18+ (21+ for Family Peer Support Specialist). Lodging support stipends may be available.

Yes.

25 clock hours of supervision regarding the 4 domains of a peer recovery specialist.
Verification of agreement to IBC professional code of ethics.

A background check does not appear to be required, except in the case of credential revocation, suspension or termination.

$165 for test, which includes 2 years of certification. $105 (if retakes are needed)

No.

CEU Processing $ 15.00 (per workshop via distance learning or not IBC-approved for recertification) Recertification is required every 2 years. Fee is $ 50.00

Yes.

Updated address for Iowa Board of Certification: 2600 Grand Ave, Suite 114, Des Moines, IA 50312

https://iowapeersupport.sites.uiowa.edu/ Training for PSS is held 5 times a year; FPSS 3 times a year and Recovery Coach Academy 3 times a year.

https://iowapeersupport.sites.uiowa.edu/ Training for PSS is held 5 times a year; FPSS 3 times a year and Recovery Coach Academy 3 times a year.

Training for Peers is provided through a grant from Iowa Health and Human Services. The contracted office is the University of Iowa - School of Social Work's National Resource Center for Family Centered Practice to train the Peer Support and Family Peer Support workforce in Iowa. Contact is Kellee Thorburn McCrory LMSW, MPH [email protected]

PRS need 20 clock hours of continuing education during the two-year certification period to qualify for recertification.
Six (6) of the clock hours must be in ethics.
The remaining hours must be in relevant topics
No more than 10 clock hours may be earned through online/distance learning for each certification period. To receive college credit for clock hours a minimum grade of “C” is required. One semester hour equals 15 clock hours. One quarter hour equals 10 clock hours. If college courses are being used, an original transcript must be sent from the college to the IBC office.

The PRS must maintain records of continuing education credit for submission with the Application for Recertification.

Specialized training is available but supervisor certification is not required.

Both mental health and substance use certifications are called Peer Recovery Specialist through the Iowa Board of Certification. The Family Peer Support training leads to the certification called Family Peer Support Specialist.

Both mental health and substance use certifications are called Peer Recovery Specialist through the Iowa Board of Certification. The Family Peer Support training leads to the certification called Family Peer Support Specialist.

Yes

1915 b 3 waiver through a Medicaid Choice Organization

Yes, depends on the agency and if it takes Medicaid.

Iowa Peer Network. https://iowapeernetwork.org/
The director is Sara Knox. Email is [email protected]

Iowa Peer Network. https://iowapeernetwork.org/
The director is Sara Knox. Email is [email protected]

Iowa Peer Network. https://iowapeernetwork.org/
The director is Sara Knox. Email is [email protected]

Iowa Peer Network. https://iowapeernetwork.org/
The director is Sara Knox. Email is [email protected]

[email protected]

There was a conference in May 2023 that was funded through the Iowa Peer Network which is funded through a grant from Iowa Health and Human Services.

Not that we are aware of currently

https://iowapeersupporttraining.org/family-peer-support-specialist/
https://www.iowabc.org/sites/default/files/pdf/prs_handbook.pdf
https://dhs.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/1957-MC-FFS_1915_b_3_PeerSuppor...
https://www.iowabc.org/sites/default/files/pdf/prs_application.pdf
https://www.iowabc.org/mhpss
https://www.iowabc.org/sites/default/files/pdf/prs_fees.pdf

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The training curriculums (Family Peer Support Specialist and Peer Support Specialist) were developed by the Iowa Peer Workforce Collaborative through a grant from Iowa Health and Human Services which is a state agency. Training is fully Peer led for both trainings. Recovery Coach Academy and Ethical Considerations is provided by CCAR and is led by CCAR.

https://iowapeersupport.sites.uiowa.edu/ Training for PSS is held 5 times a year; FPSS 3 times a year and Recovery Coach Academy 3 times a year.

94 (2024)

Training for Peers is provided through a grant from Iowa Health and Human Services. The contracted office is the University of Iowa - School of Social Work's National Resource Center for Family Centered Practice to train the Peer Support and Family Peer Support workforce in Iowa. Contact is Kellee Thorburn McCrory LMSW, MPH [email protected]