Statute · California Welfare and Institutions Code
Cal. Welf. & Inst. Code § 14045.15 — Peer Support Specialist Certification Program
Cal. Welf. & Inst. Code § 14045.15
- Type
- Statute
- Source
- California Welfare and Institutions Code
- Jurisdiction
- California
- Date
- 2021-01-01
- Current through
- Nov 2, 2026 (California Legislative Counsel)
(a) To receive a certification under this article, an applicant shall meet all of the following requirements:
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Cal. Welf. & Inst. Code § 14045.15 — Peer Support Specialist Certification Program is in force in the current edition of the Code, and nothing recorded condemns it.
(a) To receive a certification under this article, an applicant shall meet all of the following requirements:
(1) Be at least 18 years of age.
(2) Possess a high school diploma or equivalent degree.
(3) Be self-identified as having experience with the process of recovery from mental illness or substance use disorder either as a consumer of these services or as the parent or family member of the consumer.
(4) Be willing to share their experience.
(5) Have a strong dedication to recovery.
(6) Agree, in writing, to adhere to a code of ethics.
(7) Successfully complete the curriculum and training requirements for a peer support specialist.
(8) Pass a certification examination approved by the department for a peer support specialist.
(b) To maintain certification under this article, a certified peer support specialist shall meet both of the following requirements:
(1) Adhere to the code of ethics and biennially sign an affirmation.
(2) Complete any required continuing education, training, and recertification requirements.