Reciprocity Credentialing

Reciprocity Credentialing is for peers who already certified in a state other than Vermont. Peer support provider certification by reciprocity is available in Vermont to individuals who hold a current and active peer support provider certificate or credential in a state other than Vermont and meet other eligibility requirements.

Requirements:

• Be at least 18 years of age;
• Have lived experience  of trauma, mental health and/or substance use challenges
• Successfully completed Intentional Peer Support (IPS) training;
• Document at least one year of paid or unpaid employment (1550 hours) or 1550 hours in three (3) years of employment as a certified peer support provider;
• Have a current and active peer support provider certification in a state other than Vermont;
• Have no pending disciplinary actions or unresolved complaints in the state in which the certification was issued;
• Have completed 20 hours of continuing education in the two years before the date of the reciprocity application, including six hours of ethics;
• Agree to adhere to the code of ethics for certified peer support providers in the State of Vermont

If you meet the above requirements, the following steps are required:

• Fill out an application for reciprocity credentialing
• Sign the Code of Ethics
• Pass the reciprocity certification exam (coming soon)

Once you meet the requirements and pass the exam, you’ll receive a credential. You’ll then apply for full certification through the Office of Professional Regulation.