Montana
Yes, for Certfied Behavioral Health Peer Support Specialist (CBHPSS)
No, they are the same certification.
The education requirements can be found in ARM 24-219-907(2)(a) Proof of completion of a training course with examination as described in ARM 24.219.912.
The personal and professional requirements can be found in ARM 24.219.907 (c)&(d).
(c) attestation of having been diagnosed with and having received treatment for a behavioral health disorder as per 37-38-202, MCA;
(d) attestation to being in recovery per 37-38-202, MCA, and ARM 24.219.301;
The personal and professional requirements can be found in ARM 24.219.907 (c)&(d).
(c) attestation of having been diagnosed with and having received treatment for a behavioral health disorder as per 37-38-202, MCA;
(d) attestation to being in recovery per 37-38-202, MCA, and ARM 24.219.301;
A board approved 40-hour course with emphasis on ethics and a training exam.
$750 (Montana Peer Newwork), Check other vendor websites for cost. Applicant (or potentially an employer) covers the cost of training.
$750 (Montana Peer Newwork), Check other vendor websites for cost. Applicant (or potentially an employer) covers the cost of training.
$750 (Montana Peer Newwork), Check other vendor websites for cost. Applicant (or potentially an employer) covers the cost of training.
No, each training may have its own certification test. Tests are included in training. $125 application fee for the certification. Certification must be renewed yearly and expires on December 31 of each year. Annual renewal fee: $93
Attestation of having been diagnosed with and having received treatment for a behavioral health disorder as per 37-38-202, MCA;
Attestation to being in recovery per 37-38-202, MCA, and ARM 24.219.301
Yes, a background check is required. The application has space to "include a detailed explanation on the event(s) and documentation from the source (licensing board, federal agencies/programs, or civil/criminal court proceedings such as initiating/charging documents, final disposition/judgement documents, etc.)" so that "an applicant who has a history of criminal convictions has the opportunity to demonstrate to the board that the applicant is sufficiently rehabilitated to warrant the public trust. The board may deny the license if it determines that the applicant is not sufficiently rehabilitated."
No, each training may have its own certification test. Tests are included in training. $125 application fee for the certification. Certification must be renewed yearly and expires on December 31 of each year. Annual renewal fee: $93
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Yes, Montana Board of Behavioral Health. Approves vendors, provides, and renews BHPSS license. Contact Information: PO Box 200513 301 S Park, 4th Floor Helena, MT 59620-0512 Phone: 406-444-6880 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.bbh.mt.gov
Yes, Montana Board of Behavioral Health. Approves vendors, provides, and renews BHPSS license. Contact Information: PO Box 200513 301 S Park, 4th Floor Helena, MT 59620-0512 Phone: 406-444-6880 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.bbh.mt.gov
No. Visit individual providers website. A list of approved training courses is found on the Montana Board of Behavioral Health’s website. Check with individual approved training providers.
No. Visit individual providers website. A list of approved training courses is found on the Montana Board of Behavioral Health’s website. Check with individual approved training providers.
Training is provided through vendors. This information is available online via the Montana Board of Behavioral Health and should be checked at their website (http://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/bbh) for the most up to date vendor list. Vendors may submit courses meeting requirements set forth in Rule: 24.219.912 posted on the Montana Board of Behavioral Health website to the board for consideration.
Complete 20 hours of continuing education and submit proof of completion. The individual, as proof of completion is required.
Complete 20 hours of continuing education and submit proof of completion. The individual, as proof of completion is required.
CPS supervisors are required to meet criteria as laid out in ARM 24.219.421 of the state of Montana. CBHPSS supervisors must:
(a) have an active license in good standing in the jurisdiction in which the supervision is occurring as an LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, LAC, physician, psychologist, or an advanced practice registered nurse with a clinical specialty in psychiatric mental health nursing; and
(b) meet one of the below criteria:
(i) have been licensed in their respective discipline for at least three years, excluding any period of licensure as a candidate; or
(ii) have taken board-approved training consisting of a minimum of one semester credit graduate education focused on supervision or 20 hours of board-approved training in supervision.
No, they are the same certification.
No, they are the same certification.
Yes, as of 2019. Partially paid for through medical cannabis laws.
Yes, as of 2019. Partially paid for through medical cannabis laws.
Laws pertaining to billing, including private insurance and Medicare and Medicaid, are outside this board's jurisdiction and regulatory authority.
Yes, Montana’s Peer Network. https://mtpeernetwork.org/ Contact information: Jim Hajny Executive Director [email protected] Mailing Address PO Box 39 Ennis, MT 59729 Physical Address 2 Hot Springs Loop Ennis, MT 5972
Yes, Montana’s Peer Network. https://mtpeernetwork.org/ Contact information: Jim Hajny Executive Director [email protected] Mailing Address PO Box 39 Ennis, MT 59729 Physical Address 2 Hot Springs Loop Ennis, MT 5972
Yes, Montana’s Peer Network. https://mtpeernetwork.org/ Contact information: Jim Hajny Executive Director [email protected] Mailing Address PO Box 39 Ennis, MT 59729 Physical Address 2 Hot Springs Loop Ennis, MT 5972
Yes, Montana’s Peer Network. https://mtpeernetwork.org/ Contact information: Jim Hajny Executive Director [email protected] Mailing Address PO Box 39 Ennis, MT 59729 Physical Address 2 Hot Springs Loop Ennis, MT 5972
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Yes, for Certified Behavioral Health Peer Support Specialist (CBHPSS). No, COVID-19 did not change the application process.
The training course requirements are outlined in ARM 27.219.912. The actual training course is contacted out to private contractor.
Yes, a background check is required. The application has space to "include a detailed explanation on the event(s) and documentation from the source (licensing board, federal agencies/programs, or civil/criminal court proceedings such as initiating/charging documents, final disposition/judgement documents, etc.)" so that "an applicant who has a history of criminal convictions has the opportunity to demonstrate to the board that the applicant is sufficiently rehabilitated to warrant the public trust. The board may deny the license if it determines that the applicant is not sufficiently rehabilitated." & Applications that qualify as complete and "routine" can be issued by staff. Applications that are "nonroutine" must be evaluated by the board at a board meeting. The board's rules defining what qualifies as nonroutine are ARM 24.219.411 and 24.219.412.
No. Visit individual providers website. A list of approved training courses is found on the Montana Board of Behavioral Health’s website. Check with individual approved training providers.
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Training is provided through vendors. This information is available online via the Montana Board of Behavioral Health and should be checked at their website (http://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/bbh) for the most up to date vendor list. Vendors may submit courses meeting requirements set forth in Rule: 24.219.912 posted on the Montana Board of Behavioral Health website to the board for consideration.
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