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SUMMARY:91426 Online Certified Parent Peer Specialist (CPPS) Training (DHS-funded)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Parent Peer Specialist training in September 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Parent Peer Specialist training is supported by Wisconsin Department of Health Services.\n \n  \nTraining Dates: Sep 14-17\, 19\, 21-24\, 26 \nHours:  \n\nMonday – Thursday: 4:00p.m. – 9:00p.m.\nSaturday: 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom-Platform) \nTrainers: Elle Berg & Paula Buege \nTraining serves:  All Wisconsin Counties and Tribal Nations \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, July 6th\, 2026 at 12 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Monday\, August 3rd\, 2026 at 12 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPPS training: \n\nDedicated to promoting recovery opportunities in the lives of Parent Peers\nMust have first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns\nMust reside in a Wisconsin county or be a member of a Tribal Nation.\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Parent Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPPS or CPPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPPS while providing non-CPPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, August 24\, 2026.
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/91426-online-certified-parent-peer-specialist-cpps-training-dhs-funded/
CATEGORIES:Parent Peer Specialist
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SUMMARY:90326 Virtual Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (DHS-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in September 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Wisconsin Department of Health Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: Sept 3-5\, 10-12\, 17-19\, 24-27 \nCohort Exam Study Session: January 6th\, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nHours: \n\nThursday – Friday: 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.\nSaturday – Sunday: 9:00am-1:00pm\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Carmella Glenn and Marcia Galvan \nTraining serves: Residents of Ashland\, Bayfield\, Buffalo\, Burnett\, Crawford\, Douglas\, Grant\, Iron\, Iowa\, Jackson\, Juneau\, La Crosse\, Lafayette\, Monroe\, Price\, Richland\, Sauk\, Sawyer\, Trempealeau\, Vernon\, Washburn Counties and members of Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Ho-Chunk Nation\, La Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, and St. Croix Band of Lake Superior Chippewa \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Thursday\, June 25\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Thursday\, July 23\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a residents of Buffalo\, Crawford\, Grant\, Iowa\, Jackson\, Juneau\, La Crosse\, Lafayette\, Monroe\, Richland\, Sauk\, Trempealeau\, Vernon\, Ashland\, Bayfield\, Burnett\, Douglas\, Iron\, Price\, Sawyer\, Washburn Counties and members of Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, La Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, St. Croix Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Ho-Chunk Nation\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Thursday\, August 13\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/90326-virtual-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-dhs-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260831T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T190000
DTSTAMP:20260305T035648Z
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SUMMARY:83126 Virtual Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (DHS-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in August 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Wisconsin Department of Health Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: August 31-September 1\, 3\, 5\, 7-8\, 10\, 12\, 14-15\, 17\, 19\, 21 \nCohort Exam Study Session: January 7 from 3:00pm-4:00pm \nHours: \n\nMonday – Tuesday\, Thursday: 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.\nSaturday: 8:30am-12:30pm\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: April Luderus and Deb Mejchar \nTraining serves: Residents of Barron\, Chippewa\, Clark\, Dunn\, Eau Claire\, Pepin\, Pierce\, Polk\, Rusk\, St. Croix\, Ozaukee\, Washington\, Waukesha Counties and members of Ho-Chunk Nation\, St. Croix Band of the Lake Superior Chippewa\, Forest County Potawatomi \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, June 22\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Monday\, July 20\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a residents of Barron\, Chippewa\, Clark\, Dunn\, Eau Claire\, Pepin\, Pierce\, Polk\, Rusk\, St. Croix\, Ozaukee\, Washington\, Waukesha Counties and members of Ho-Chunk Nation\, St. Croix Band of the Lake Superior Chippewa\, Forest County Potawatomi\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, August 10\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/83126-virtual-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-dhs-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T210000
DTSTAMP:20260305T034350Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T034350Z
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SUMMARY:82526 Virtual Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (DHS-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in August 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Wisconsin Department of Health Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: August 25-27\, Sep 1-3\, 8-9\, 15-18\, 22 \nCohort Exam Study Session: September 29th\, 2026 Time: TBD \nHours: \n\nTuesday – Thursday: 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.\nFriday\, September 18th- 5:00 p.m.- 9:00p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Norma Gallegos Valles and Victor Kilpatrick \nTraining serves: Residents of Brown\, Calumet\, Door\, Fond du Lac\, Green Lake\, Kewaunee\, Manitowoc\, Marinette\, Marquette\, Menominee\, Oconto\, Outagamie\, Shawano\, Sheboygan\, Waupaca\, Waushara\, Winnebago Counties and members of Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohican Indians\, Oneida Nation\, Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Tuesday\, June 16\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Tuesday\, July 14\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a resident of Brown\, Calumet\, Door\, Fond du Lac\, Green Lake\, Kewaunee\, Manitowoc\, Marinette\, Marquette\, Menominee\, Oconto\, Outagamie\, Shawano\, Sheboygan\, Waupaca\, Waushara\, Winnebago Counties and members of Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohican Indians\, Oneida Nation\, Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Tuesday\, August 4\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/82526-virtual-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-dhs-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T143000
DTSTAMP:20260714T163722Z
CREATED:20260415T170712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T163722Z
UID:10001032-1787646600-1789050600@wicps.uwm-citee.org
SUMMARY:82426 In-person Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (Urban Triage-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming In-Person Certified Peer Specialist training in August 2026!\n  \nThis In-Person Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Urban Triage. \n  \nTraining Dates: August 25\, 27-28\, 31\, Sept 1\, 3-4\, 8\, 10 \nCohort Exam Study Session: TBD \nHours: 8:30am – 2:30pm \nLocation:  \nWeek 1 & 2:\nAtrium\n2300 South Park Street\nMadison\, WI 53713 \nWeek 3:\nSouth Madison Partnership\n2238 South Park Street\nMadison\, WI 53713\nRoom 120 \nTrainers: Paula Buege and Kaeden Watford \nTraining serves: Residents of Dane County; **Priority to Staff and affiliates of Urban Triage** \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, June 15\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Friday\, July 17\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a Resident of Dane County and/or **staff and affiliates of Urban Triage**\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, August 3\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/82426-in-person-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-urban-triage-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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SUMMARY:81726 Virtual Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (DHS-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in August 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Wisconsin Department of Health Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: August 17-19\, 22\, 24-26\, 29\, 31-September 2 \nCohort Exam Study Session: TBD \nHours: \n\nMonday\, Tuesday – Wednesday: 4:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.\nSaturday: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Elle Berg and Tara Wilhelmi \nTraining serves: Residents of Milwaukee County. \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, June 8\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Monday\, July 6\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a resident of Milwaukee County.\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, July 27\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/81726-virtual-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-dhs-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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SUMMARY:80926 Online Certified Parent Peer Specialist (CPPS) Training (DHS-funded)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Parent Peer Specialist training in August 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Parent Peer Specialist training is supported by Wisconsin Department of Health Services.\n \n  \nTraining Dates: August 9\, 11-12\, 15-16\, 22-23\, 25-26 \nHours:  \n\nTuesdays & Wednesdays: 4:15p.m. – 8:30p.m.\nSaturday-Sunday: 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom-Platform) \nTrainers: Dominique Christian & Amy Polsin \nTraining serves:  All Wisconsin Counties and Tribal Nations \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, June 1st\, 2026 at 12 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Monday\, June 29th\, 2026 at 12 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPPS training: \n\nDedicated to promoting recovery opportunities in the lives of Parent Peers\nMust have first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns\nMust reside in a Wisconsin county or be a member of a Tribal Nation.\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Parent Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPPS or CPPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPPS while providing non-CPPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, July 20\, 2026.
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/80926-online-certified-parent-peer-specialist-cpps-training-dhs-funded/
CATEGORIES:Parent Peer Specialist
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SUMMARY:80726 In-person Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (DHS-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming in-person Certified Peer Specialist training in August 2026!\n  \nThis In-Person Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Wisconsin Department of Health Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: August 7-9\, 12-14 \nCohort Exam Study Session: TBD \nHours: 8:30am – 6:00pm \nLocation:  \nBad River at the Health and Wellness Center\n53585 Nokomis Road\nAshland WI 54806 \nTrainers: Tamra Oman and Lynn Maday \nTraining serves: Members of Ho-Chunk Nation\, Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Forest County Potawatomi Tribe\, Sokaogon Mole Lake Chippewa\, Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohican Indians\, Oneida Nation\, Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin\, St. Croix Band of the Lake Superior Chippewa\, Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, La Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, St. Croix Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Forest County Potawatomi \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Friday\, May 29\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Friday\, July 17\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a member of Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Friday\, July 17\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/80726-in-person-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-dhs-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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SUMMARY:72826 Virtual Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (WCS-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in July 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Wisconsin Community Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: July 28-30\, August 4-6\, 11-13\, 18-20\, 25 \nCohort Exam Study Session: August 23rd\, 2026 from 5:oopm-6:00pm \nHours: \n\nTuesdays-Thursdays: 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Victor Kilpatrick and Kaeden Watford \nTraining serves: Residents of Milwaukee County and FORWD participants. \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, May 18\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Monday\, June 8\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a residents of Milwaukee County and FORWD participants.\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, June 29\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/72826-virtual-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-wcs-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260717T180000
DTSTAMP:20260527T160409Z
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SUMMARY:71026 In-person Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (DHS-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in July 2026!\n  \nThis In-Person Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Wisconsin Department of Health Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: July 10-12\, 15-17 \nCohort Exam Study Session: TBD \nHours: 8:30am – 6:00pm \nLocation:  \nLac Courte Orielles University\n13466 W Trepania Rd\,\nHayward\, WI 54843 \nTrainers: Paula Buege and Lynn Maday \nTraining serves: Members of Ho-Chunk Nation\, Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Forest County Potawatomi Tribe\, Sokaogon Mole Lake Chippewa\, Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohican Indians\, Oneida Nation\, Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin\, St. Croix Band of the Lake Superior Chippewa\, Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, La Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, St. Croix Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Forest County Potawatomi \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Friday\, May 1\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Friday\, June 5\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a member of Ho-Chunk Nation\, Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Forest County Potawatomi Tribe\, Sokaogon Mole Lake Chippewa\, Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohican Indians\, Oneida Nation\, Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin\, St. Croix Band of the Lake Superior Chippewa\, Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, La Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, St. Croix Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Forest County Potawatomi\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Friday\, June 19\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/71026-in-person-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-dhs-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T171000Z
CREATED:20260219T201145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T171000Z
UID:10001021-1783443600-1785070800@wicps.uwm-citee.org
SUMMARY:70726 Virtual Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (DHS-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in July 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Wisconsin Department of Health Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: July 7-9\, 11\, 14-16\, 18\, 21-23\, 25-26 \nCohort Exam Study Session: TBD \nHours: \n\nTuesday – Thursday: 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.\nSaturday –  Sunday: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Demell Glenn and Marcia Galvan \nTraining serves: Residents of Columbia\, Dane\, Dodge\, and Green Counties and members of Ho-Chunk Nation \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Tuesday\, April 28\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Tuesday\, May 26\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a resident of Columbia\, Dane\, Dodge\, and Green or a member of Ho-Chunk Nation\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Tuesday\, June 16\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/70726-virtual-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-dhs-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T163000
DTSTAMP:20260218T190547Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T190547Z
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SUMMARY:60226 Virtual Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (DHS-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in June 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Wisconsin Department of Health Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: June 1-2\, 4\, 6\, 8-9\, 11\, 13\, 15-16\, 18\, 20 \nCohort Exam Study Session: Friday\, September 18th from 5:00pm-6:00pm \nHours: \n\nMonday – Tuesday\, Thursday: 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.\nSaturday: 8:30am-4:30pm\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Deb Mejchar and Tamra Oman \nTraining serves: Residents of Adams\, Florence\, Forest\, Langlade\, Lincoln\, Marathon\, Oneida\, Portage\, Taylor\, Vilas\, Wood\, Jefferson\, Kenosha\, Racine\, Rock\, Walworth and members of  Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Forest County Potawatomi Tribe\, Sokaogon Mole Lake Chippewa\, Ho-Chunk Nation. \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Tuesday\, April 21\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a residents of Adams\, Florence\, Forest\, Langlade\, Lincoln\, Marathon\, Oneida\, Portage\, Taylor\, Vilas\, Wood\, Jefferson\, Kenosha\, Racine\, Rock\, Walworth and members of  Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Forest County Potawatomi Tribe\, Sokaogon Mole Lake Chippewa\, Ho-Chunk Nation.\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Tuesday\, May 11\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/60226-virtual-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-dhs-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T203000
DTSTAMP:20260324T153159Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T153159Z
UID:10001015-1778517000-1780000200@wicps.uwm-citee.org
SUMMARY:51126 Virtual Certified Parent Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (WCS-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Parent Peer Specialist training in May 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Parent Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Wisconsin Community Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: May 11-14\, 17\, 18-21\, 25-28 \nCohort Exam Study Session: August 31\, 2026 from 6:30-7:30pm \nHours: \n\nMonday – Thursday: 4:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.\nSunday: 9:00am-3:30pm\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Dominique Christian and Paula Buege \nTraining serves: Residents of Milwaukee County- Bilingual speakers in Spanish and English are encouraged to apply! \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, March 2\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Monday\, March 30\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nDedicated to promoting recovery opportunities in the lives of Parent Peers\nMust have first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns\nMust be a residents of Milwaukee County- Bilingual speakers in Spanish and English are encouraged to apply!\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Parent Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPPS or CPPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPPS while providing non-CPPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, April 20\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/51126-virtual-certified-parent-peer-specialist-cps-training-wcs-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Parent Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T210000
DTSTAMP:20260206T215607Z
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SUMMARY:50926 Virtual Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (DHS-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in May 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Wisconsin Department of Health Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: May 9\, 11-14\, 16\, 18-21\, 26 \nCohort Exam Study Session: TBD \nHours: \n\nMonday – Thursday: 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.\nSaturday: 9:00am-5:30pm\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Elle Berg and Tanya Kraege \nTraining serves: Residents of Buffalo\, Crawford\, Grant\, Iowa\, Jackson\, Juneau\, La Crosse\, Lafayette\, Monroe\, Richland\, Sauk\, Trempealeau\, Vernon\, Ashland\, Bayfield\, Burnett\, Douglas\, Iron\, Price\, Sawyer\, Washburn Counties and members of Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, La Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, St. Croix Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Ho-Chunk Nation \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Friday\, February 27\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Friday\, March 27\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a residents of Buffalo\, Crawford\, Grant\, Iowa\, Jackson\, Juneau\, La Crosse\, Lafayette\, Monroe\, Richland\, Sauk\, Trempealeau\, Vernon\, Ashland\, Bayfield\, Burnett\, Douglas\, Iron\, Price\, Sawyer\, Washburn Counties and members of Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, La Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, St. Croix Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Ho-Chunk Nation\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Friday\, April 17\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/50926-virtual-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-dhs-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T210000
DTSTAMP:20260206T213832Z
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SUMMARY:50426 Virtual Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (DHS-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in May 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Wisconsin Department of Health Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: May 4-5\, 7\, 9\, 11-12\, 14\, 16\, 18-19\, 21 \nCohort Exam Study Session: Friday\, September 18 from 4:00pm-5:00pm \nHours: \n\nMonday – Tuesday\, Thursday: 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.\nSaturday: 8:30am-4:30pm\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Demell Glenn and Deb Mejchar \nTraining serves: Residents of Barron\, Chippewa\, Clark\, Dunn\, Eau Claire\, Pepin\, Pierce\, Polk\, Rusk\, St. Croix\, Ozaukee\, Washington\, Waukesha Counties and members of Ho-Chunk Nation\, St. Croix Band of the Lake Superior Chippewa\, Forest County Potawatomi \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, February 23\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Monday\, March 23\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a residents of Barron\, Chippewa\, Clark\, Dunn\, Eau Claire\, Pepin\, Pierce\, Polk\, Rusk\, St. Croix\, Ozaukee\, Washington\, Waukesha Counties and members of Ho-Chunk Nation\, St. Croix Band of the Lake Superior Chippewa\, Forest County Potawatomi\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, April 13\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/50426-virtual-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-dhs-sponsored-2/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T180000
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SUMMARY:50226 In-Person Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (Ho-Chunk Nation-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming in-person Certified Peer Specialist training in May 2026!\n  \nThis In-Person Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Ho-Chunk Nation. \n  \nTraining Dates: May 2-4\, 6-8 \nCohort Exam Study Session: TBD \nHours: \n\n8:30am – 6:00pm\n\nLocation:  \nCranberry Country Lodge \n319 Wittig Road \nTomah\, WI 54660 \nTrainers: Lynn Maday and Paula Buege \nTraining serves: Members of Ho-Chunk Nation \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Friday\, February 20\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nEnrolled Member or Descendant of a Federally Recognized Tribe\, or Employee of the Ho-Chunk Nation\, or Member of the Tribal Community\nConnection or interest in working in a support role within a tribal community\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Friday\, April 10\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/50226-in-person-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-ho-chunk-nation-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T190000
DTSTAMP:20260225T152805Z
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SUMMARY:41726 Virtual Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (Waukesha County-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in April 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is supported by Access to Independence and sponsored by Waukesha County Health and Human Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: April 17-19\, 23-26\, May 1-2\, 9-12 \nCohort Exam Study Session: TBD \nHours: \n\nFirst week: Friday-Sunday\n\nFriday: 5:oo PM – 9:00 PM\nSaturday & Sunday – 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n\n\nSecond week: Thursday-Sunday\n\nThursday & Friday: 5:oo PM – 9:00 PM\nSaturday & Sunday – 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n\n\nThird week: Friday-Saturday\n\nFriday: 5:oo PM – 9:00 PM\nSaturday & Sunday – 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n\n\nLast week: Saturday-Tuesday\n\n3:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Cai St. Logan and Kaeden Watford \nTraining serves: Residents of Washington\, Walworth\, Kenosha\, Racine County\, and Waukesha County-Priority to those living and working in Waukesha County. \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Friday\, February 6\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Friday\, March 6\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a resident of Washington\, Walworth\, Kenosha\, Racine County\, and Waukesha Coutny-Priority to those living and working in Waukesha county.\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Friday\, March 27\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/41726-virtual-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-waukesha-county-sponsored/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T210000
DTSTAMP:20260129T160345Z
CREATED:20260108T192933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T160345Z
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SUMMARY:40726 Virtual Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (DHS-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in April 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Wisconsin Department of Health Services. \n  \nTraining Dates:April 7-9\, 14-16\, 21-23\, 28-30\, May 1 \nCohort Exam Study Session: TBD \nHours: \n\nTuesday – Thursday: 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.\n**Last week Tuesday-Friday\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: April Luderus and Victor Kilpatrick \nTraining serves: Residents of Brown\, Calumet\, Door\, Fond du Lac\, Green Lake\, Kewaunee\, Manitowoc\, Marinette\, Marquette\, Menominee\, Oconto\, Outagamie\, Shawano\, Sheboygan\, Waupaca\, Waushara\, Winnebago Counties and members of Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohican Indians\, Oneida Nation\, Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Tuesday\, January 27\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Tuesday\, February 24\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a resident of Brown\, Calumet\, Door\, Fond du Lac\, Green Lake\, Kewaunee\, Manitowoc\, Marinette\, Marquette\, Menominee\, Oconto\, Outagamie\, Shawano\, Sheboygan\, Waupaca\, Waushara\, Winnebago Counties and members of Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohican Indians\, Oneida Nation\, Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Tuesday\, March 17\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/40726-virtual-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-dhs-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T080000
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SUMMARY:40426 Online Certified Parent Peer Specialist (CPPS) Training (DHS-funded)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Parent Peer Specialist training in April 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Parent Peer Specialist training is supported by Wisconsin Department of Health Services.\n \n  \nTraining Dates: April 4\, 7\, 11-12\, 14\, 25-26 \nHours:  \n\nTuesdays: 4:30p.m. – 8:30p.m.\nSaturday-Sunday: 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom-Platform) \nTrainers: Dominique Christian & Amy Polsin \nTraining serves:  All Wisconsin Counties and Tribal Nations \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Friday\, February 6th\, 2026 at 12 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Friday\, March 6th\, 2026 at 12 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPPS training: \n\nDedicated to promoting recovery opportunities in the lives of Parent Peers\nMust have first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns\nMust reside in a Wisconsin county or be a member of a Tribal Nation.\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Parent Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPPS or CPPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPPS while providing non-CPPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, March 16\, 2026.
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/40426-online-certified-parent-peer-specialist-cpps-training-dhs-funded/
CATEGORIES:Parent Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T170000
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SUMMARY:32826 In-Person Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (Outagamie County-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming in-person Certified Peer Specialist training in March 2026!\n  \nThis In-Person Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Outagamie County Public Health Division. \n  \nTraining Dates: March 28-30\, April 8-10 \nCohort Exam Study Session: May 4th\, 2026 from 5:30PM-8:30PM \nHours: \n\nSaturday – Monday: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.\nLast week Wednesday-Friday: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.\n\nLocation: Appleton Public Library\, 200 N. Appleton Street\, Appleton\, WI 54911 \nTrainers: Demell Glenn and Paula Buege \nTraining serves: Residents of Brown\, Calumet\, Outagamie\, and Winnebago County\, with priority to those who work in Outagamie County. \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Friday\, January 23\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Friday\, February 20\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a resident of Brown\, Calumet\, Outagamie\, and Winnebago County\, with priority to those who work in Outagamie County.\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Friday\, March 13\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/32826-in-person-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-outagamie-county-sponsored/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260323T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260406T210000
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SUMMARY:32326 Virtual Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (DHS-sponsored)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in March 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is sponsored by Wisconsin Department of Health Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: March 23 – 26 (Monday – Thursday)\, 28 (Saturday)\, 30 – April 2 (Monday – Thursday)\, 4 (Saturday) and 6 (Monday) \nCohort Exam Study Session: Wednesday\, April 29\, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. \nHours: \n\nMonday – Thursday: 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.\nSaturday: 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Tamra Oman and Elle Berg \nTraining serves: Residents of Columbia\, Dane\, Dodge\, and Green Counties and members of Ho-Chunk Nation \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, January 12\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Monday\, February 9\, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a resident of Columbia\, Dane\, Dodge\, and Green or a member of Ho-Chunk Nation\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, March 2\, 2026 (approximately 3 weeks before the training start date).
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/32326-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-dhs-access-to-independence-supported-2/
LOCATION:Held Virtually
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T203000
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SUMMARY:31026 Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (WCS-Sponsored & Access to Independence-supported)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in March 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is supported by Wisconsin Community Services and Access to Independence. \n  \nTraining Dates: March 10-13\, 17-19\, 24-26\,31\, April 1-2 \nCohort Exam Study Session: Tuesday\, April 21st\, 2026 from 5:00pm-6:00pm \nHours: \n\nTuesday-Thursday: 4:30pm-8:30pm\n**First week Tuesday-Friday\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Shirley Drake & Michelle laga \nTraining serves: Residents of Milwaukee County \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, January 19th\, 2026 at 12PM (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Tuesday\, February 10th\, 2026 at 12pm (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a resident of Milwaukee County\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Tuesday\, February 24th\, 2026.
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/31026-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-wcs-sponsored-access-to-independence-supported/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T210000
DTSTAMP:20251218T185551Z
CREATED:20251111T151133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T185551Z
UID:10001004-1770051600-1771275600@wicps.uwm-citee.org
SUMMARY:20226 Online Certified Parent Peer Specialist (CPPS) Training (DHS-funded)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Parent Peer Specialist training in February 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Parent Peer Specialist training is supported by Wisconsin Department of Health Services.\n \n  \nTraining Dates: Feb. 2 & 4 (Monday &  Wednesday)\, 7 (Saturday)\, 9 & 11 (Monday & Wednesday)\, 14 (Saturday) and 16 & 18 (Monday & Wednesday)\, 21 (Saturday)\, 23 & 25 (Monday & Wednesday) and 28 (Saturday) \nHours:  \n\nMonday & Wednesday: 4:30p.m. – 8:30p.m.\nSaturday: 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom-Platform) \nTrainers: Paula Buege & Amy Polsin \nTraining serves:  All Wisconsin Counties and Tribal Nations \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, November 24\, 2025 at 12 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Monday\, December 22nd\, 2025 at 12 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPPS training: \n\nDedicated to promoting recovery opportunities in the lives of Parent Peers\nMust have first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns\nMust reside in a Wisconsin county or be a member of a Tribal Nation.\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Parent Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPPS or CPPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPPS while providing non-CPPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, January 19\, 2026.
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/20226-online-certified-parent-peer-specialist-cpps-training-dhs-access-to-independence-supported/
LOCATION:Held Virtually
CATEGORIES:Parent Peer Specialist
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marguerit M. Galindo":MAILTO:margueritg@accesstoind.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260126T210000
DTSTAMP:20251208T205627Z
CREATED:20251110T212333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T205627Z
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SUMMARY:11226 Online Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (DHS supported)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in January 2026!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is supported by Wisconsin Department of Health Services. \n  \nTraining Dates: January 12 – 15 (Monday – Thursday)\, and 17 (Saturday) and 19 – 22 (Monday – Thursday)\, and 24 (Saturday) and 26 (Monday). \nHours: Monday – Thursday from 5:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. \nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Tanya Kraege & Demell Glenn \nTraining serves: Residents of Adams\, Florence\, Forest\, Jefferson\, Kenosha\, Langlade\, Lincoln\, Marathon\, Oneida\, Portage\, Racine\, Rock\, Taylor\, Vilas\, Walworth\, Wood Counties or members of Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Forest County Potawatomi Tribe\, Sokaogon Mole Lake Chippewa and Ho-Chunk Nation Tribes. \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, November 17\, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Monday\, December 8\, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a resident of Adams\, Florence\, Forest\, Jefferson\, Kenosha\, Langlade\, Lincoln\, Marathon\, Oneida\, Portage\, Racine\, Rock\, Taylor\, Vilas\, Walworth\, Wood Counties or members of Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, Forest County Potawatomi Tribe\, Sokaogon Mole Lake Chippewa and Ho-Chunk Nation Tribes.\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, December 22\, 2025.
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/11226-online-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-dhs-access-to-independence-supported/
LOCATION:Held Virtually
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NATVSTDY.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Marguerit M. Galindo":MAILTO:margueritg@accesstoind.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T150000
DTSTAMP:20250805T130915Z
CREATED:20250326T164552Z
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SUMMARY:120225 Online Certified Parent Peer Specialist (CPPS) Training (WCS & Access to Independence-supported)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Parent Peer Specialist training in December 2025!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Parent Peer Specialist training is supported by Wisconsin Community Services and Access to Independence.\n \n  \nTraining Dates: December 2\, 4\, 6\, 8-9\, 11\, 13\, 15-16\, 18\, 20 \nCohort Exam Study Session: Monday\, January 12th\, 2025 from 5:00pm-6:00pm \nHours:  \n\nMondays\, Tuesdays & Thursdays: 4:30pm-8:30pm\nSaturdays: 8:30am-3:00pm\n\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom-Platform) \nTrainers: Paula Buege & Dominique Christian \nTraining serves: Residents of Milwaukee County \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Tuesday\, September 23rd\, 2025 at 12PM (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Tuesday\, October 21st\, 2025 at 12PM (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPPS training: \n\nDedicated to promoting recovery opportunities in the lives of Parent Peers\nMust have first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns\nMust reside Milwaukee County\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Parent Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPPS or CPPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPPS while providing non-CPPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Tuesday\, November 11th\, 2025.
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/120225-online-certified-parent-peer-specialist-cpps-training-wcs-access-to-independence-supported/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T203000
DTSTAMP:20250718T144622Z
CREATED:20250227T194359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T144622Z
UID:10000992-1762187400-1764621000@wicps.uwm-citee.org
SUMMARY:110325 Online Certified Parent Peer Specialist (CPPS) Training (DHS & Access to Independence-supported)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Parent Peer Specialist training in November 2025!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Parent Peer Specialist training is supported by Wisconsin Department of Health Services and Access to Independence.\n \n  \nTraining Dates: Nov 3-4\, 6\, 8\, 10-11\, 13\, 17-18\, 20\, 24-25\, 30 \nCohort Exam Study Session: Wednesday\, October 15th\, 2025 from 6:30pm-7:30pm \nHours:  \n\nMondays & Tuesdays: 4:30pm-8:30pm\nThursdays: 4:30am-8:30pm\nSaturday (Nov. 8): 9:00am-1:00pm\n\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom-Platform) \nTrainers: Paula Buege & Felica Turner-Walton \nTraining serves: All Tribal Nations in Wisconsin and All Wisconsin Counties \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, August 25th\, 2025 at 12PM (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Monday\, September 22nd\, 2025 at 12PM (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPPS training: \n\nDedicated to promoting recovery opportunities in the lives of Parent Peers\nMust have first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns\nMust reside in a tribe in Wisconsin or in a Wisconsin county\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Parent Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPPS or CPPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPPS while providing non-CPPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, October 13th\, 2025.
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/110325-online-certified-parent-peer-specialist-cpps-training-dhs-access-to-independence-supported/
CATEGORIES:Parent Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T203000
DTSTAMP:20250919T170853Z
CREATED:20250501T155417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T170853Z
UID:10001000-1762187400-1763670600@wicps.uwm-citee.org
SUMMARY:110425 Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (WCS-Sponsored & Access to Independence-supported)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in November 2025!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is supported by Wisconsin Community Services and Access to Independence. \n  \nTraining Dates: November 3-7\, 10-13\, 17-20 \nCohort Exam Study Session: December 8th\, 2025 from 5:00pm-6:30pm \nHours: \n\nMonday-Thursday: 4:30pm-8:30pm\n\n**First Week Monday-Friday** \nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Shirley Drake & Michelle Laga \nTraining serves: Residents of Milwaukee County \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, August 25th\, 2025 at 12PM (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Monday\, September 22nd\, 2025 at 12pm (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a resident of Milwaukee County\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, October 6th\, 2025.
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/110425-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-wcs-sponsored-access-to-independence-supported/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T200000
DTSTAMP:20250516T151350Z
CREATED:20250320T191324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T151350Z
UID:10000997-1757955600-1761854400@wicps.uwm-citee.org
SUMMARY:91525 Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Bilingual Training (Just Dane-sponsored Centro & Access to Independence-supported)
DESCRIPTION:¡Nos complace anunciar la próxima capacitación presencial\, bilingüe (en español) de especialista certificado en apoyo entre pares en septiembre de 2025!\nEsta capacitación bilingüe (en español) de CPS incluye un componente de apoyo laboral. La duración es de aproximadamente 75 horas (incluidas las 52 horas de capacitación de CPS). Si le interesa esta capacitación\, debe completarla en su totalidad. \nEsta capacitación presencial de Especialista Certificado en Apoyo Entre Pares cuenta con el apoyo del Just Dane\, Centro y Acceso a Independencia. \n  \nFechas de las sesiones de capacitación: 15\, 17-18\, 22\, 24-25 y 29 de septiembre; 1-2\, 6\, 8-9\, 13\, 15-16\, 20\, 22-23\, 27\, 29-30 de octubre. \nSesión de estudio para el examen de cohorte: Lunes\, 3 de noviembre de 2025\, de 5:00 a 8:30pm. \nHorario:  \n\nLos lunes y miércoles: de 5:00 a 8:30 de la tarde\nlos jueves: de 5:00 a 8:00 de la tarde.\n\nUbicación: Centro\, 2403 Cypress Way\, Madison\, WI 53713. \nEntrenadoras: Norma Gallegos Valles & Monica Caldwell \nLa capacitación sirve a: La capacitación está dirigida a la comunidad latina e hispanohablante; se dará prioridad a los residentes del condado de Dane y los afiliados\, personal o miembros de Centro y/o Just Dane. \nCosto de la capacitación: Gratis para dichos participantes \n  \nCuando presentar la solicitud (y fechas límite/cierre):\nAparecerá un botón debajo de esta sección con las palabras “Click Here to Apply (Haga clic aquí para postularse)” en el momento en que se abran las solicitudes. Haga clic en ese botón para acceder al formulario de solicitud de esta capacitación. \nLa solicitud abre: lunes\, 7 de julio de 2025 a las 12:00pm del mediodía \nFecha límite de presentar su solicitud es: lunes\, 4 de agosto de 2025 a las 12:00pm del mediodía \n  \nYa hemos recibido 50 solicitudes\, o bien la fecha límite de solicitud ya ha vencido. En este momento\, no podemos considerar más solicitudes para esta capacitación. \n  \nPosibilidad de cerrar la ventana para aceptar solicitudes: \nSe considerarán un máximo de 50 solicitudes. Si se reciben 50 solicitudes antes de la fecha límite de solicitud (ver arriba)\, el formulario de solicitud se cerrará automáticamente y no se recibirán solicitudes adicionales. \n  \nDeterminar la elegibilidad y la idoneidad\nSe requiere lo siguiente para ser elegible para solicitar participación en esta capacitación de CPS: \n\nDebe identificarse como si hubiera atravesado una experiencia personal de desafíos de salud mental y/o uso de sustancias.\nDebe ser parte de la comunidad latina hispanohablante; se dará prioridad a los residentes del condado de Dane y los afiliados\, personal o miembros del Centro y/o Just Dane.\nDebe tener al menos un diploma de la escuela preparatoria o un equivalente de GED\nDebe tener 18 años de edad o más.\nEsta capacitación bilingüe (en español) de CPS incluye un componente de apoyo laboral. La duración aproximada es de 75 horas (incluidas las 52 horas de capacitación de CPS). Si le interesa esta capacitación\, debe cursarla en su totalidad.\n\nSe seleccionarán entre 20 y 22 participantes para esta capacitación. Para ser considerado para la selección\, debe cumplir con los requisitos básicos de elegibilidad anteriores\, enviar un formulario de solicitud y completar una entrevista. No hay costo de inscripción a la capacitación para los participantes. \nSolicitar esta o cualquier capacitación de CPS no garantiza la selección como participante. \nLas solicitudes recibidas son revisadas en su totalidad por los entrenadores\, y una variedad de criterios pueden determinar si se le pide a un solicitante que se entreviste y posiblemente participe en una capacitación. Estos incluyen\, entre otros: \n\nSi el solicitante cumple o no con los requisitos básicos de elegibilidad para convertirse en un Especialista Certificado en Apoyo entre Pares (18 años o más\, posee un diploma de escuela preparatoria o GED\, es residente de Wisconsin\, tiene experiencia personal de primera mano en el manejo de la salud mental o el uso de sustancias).\nSi el solicitante cumple o no con los requisitos secundarios de elegibilidad que son específicos de la capacitación (pertenece al condado\, tribu\, región y/o comunidad atendida por la capacitación en particular).\nSi el solicitante está buscando empleo o ya está empleado en un puesto de apoyo entre pares y/o en una función de supervisión de CPS (las capacitaciones están destinadas a servir a los esfuerzos de desarrollo de la fuerza laboral como parte de una iniciativa de empleo).\nSi el solicitante es o no un miembro de la comunidad que busca utilizar sus experiencias personales para apoyar a otros en su recuperación/bienestar/vida significativa.\nQué tan bien el solicitante es capaz de demostrar una comprensión de los principios de recuperación\, especialmente de tal manera que apoye la autodeterminación de las personas con experiencia vivida.\nSi el solicitante tiene o no experiencia ofreciendo apoyo entre pares en un entorno profesional o personal.\n\nDebido a que esta capacitación es un requisito previo para registrarse para el examen CPS aprobado por el estado y una vía para trabajar en una función profesional de apoyo entre pares\, es posible que las solicitudes que demuestren lo siguiente no tengan prioridad en el proceso de revisión de solicitudes: \n\nSolicitantes que buscan esta certificación simplemente como refuerzo para su currículum.\nSolicitantes que buscan obtener la certificación pero no continuar trabajando en el rol de CPS o supervisor de CPS.\nSolicitantes que deseen utilizar esta capacitación como el “siguiente paso en su recuperación”.\nSolicitantes que demuestran que no apoyan muchos caminos hacia la recuperación.\nSolicitantes que solo buscan certificación para facturar como CPS mientras brindan servicios que no son CPS.\n\nConsideraciones\nLe recomendamos que se familiarice con la función de un especialista certificado en apoyo entre pares antes de presentar su solicitud. Haga clic aquí para obtener más información sobre el papel y el trabajo de un especialista certificado en apoyo entre pares. \nCompletar y enviar la solicitud en línea\nEn primer lugar\, es altamente recomendado que complete y envie el formulario de solicitud de capacitación en línea utilizando una computadora de escritorio o una tableta y no un teléfono inteligente. \nEs importante que responda todas las preguntas requeridas (marcadas con un asterisco*) en el formulario de solicitud de capacitación en línea. También existen requisitos de formato con respecto a las fechas y otras respuestas (como\, por ejemplo\, la dirección de correo electrónico). Si las respuestas obligatorias no se responden en el formulario de solicitud o se ingresa las respuestas incorrectamente\, se registrará como un error y su solicitud no nos será enviada cuando presione el botón “enviar”. \nEsto es lo que sucede si intenta enviar una solicitud con errores: \n\nEl solicitante presiona el botón “enviar”\nEn lugar de ser redirigido a la “página de envío de solicitudes”\, la página del formulario de solicitud de capacitación se vuelve a cargar.\nEsta página ahora contiene texto que le dice al candidato que algunas respuestas se ingresaron incorrectamente (es posible que el solicitante deba desplazarse hacia abajo para ver este mensaje).\nLas respuestas faltantes o completadas incorrectamente se resaltan en rojo.\nEl solicitante debe corregir los errores y volver a enviar su solicitud.\nUna vez solucionados los errores con éxito\, aparecerá la página de envío de la solicitud con una marca de tiempo (le recomendamos imprimir o guardar una captura de pantalla de esta página cuando aparezca) y se enviará una copia de la solicitud a la dirección de correo electrónico del solicitante que proporcionó junto con un esquema de los próximos pasos.\n\nTenga en cuenta: si el formulario de solicitud o la página del evento se vuelve a cargar en lugar de la “página de envío de solicitud”\, hay algún problema con su solicitud y deberá seguir las instrucciones para solucionar cualquier error. \nQué esperar después de presentar la solicitud\nUna vez que haya pasado la fecha límite de aceptar solicitudes o se hayan recibido 50 solicitudes (lo que ocurra primero)\, se enviarán las solicitudes a los entrenadores para que las revisen. Los entrenadores se comunicarán con hasta 30 solicitantes del grupo total de solicitantes para citar entrevistas virtuales. Luego seleccionarán una cohorte final de participantes en la capacitación después de realizar las entrevistas virtuales. Aunque se contactará a un máximo de 30 personas para entrevistas\, todos pueden esperar recibir noticias sobre la decisión final con respecto a su solicitud. \nTenga en cuenta que puede llevar algún tiempo finalizar la selección de participantes y le pedimos paciencia. Las decisiones finales de selección para esta capacitación no se podrán tomar hasta el lunes 25 de agosto de 2025.
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/91525-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-centro-sponsored-just-dane-access-to-independence-supported/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T153000
DTSTAMP:20250701T225143Z
CREATED:20250218T153924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T225143Z
UID:10000990-1757147400-1759159800@wicps.uwm-citee.org
SUMMARY:90625 Online Certified Parent Peer Specialist (CPPS) Training (DHS & Access to Independence-supported)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Parent Peer Specialist training in September 2025!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Parent Peer Specialist training is supported by Wisconsin Department of Health Services and Access to Independence.\n \n  \nTraining Dates: September 6\, 8\, 10\, 13\, 15\, 17\, 20\, 22\, 24\, 27\, 29 \nCohort Exam Study Session: Wednesday\, October 15th\, 2025 from 6:30pm-7:30pm \nHours:  \n\nMondays & Wednesdays: 5:00pm-8:30pm\nSaturday: 8:30am-4:00pm\nLast Day: 8:30am-3:30pm\n\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom-Platform) \nTrainers: Paula Buege & Amy Polsin \nTraining serves: All Tribal Nations in Wisconsin and All Wisconsin Counties \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Friday\, June 27th\, 2025 at 12PM (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Friday\, July 25th\, 2025 at 12PM (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPPS training: \n\nDedicated to promoting recovery opportunities in the lives of Parent Peers\nMust have first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns\nMust reside in a tribe in Wisconsin or in a Wisconsin county\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Parent Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand lived experience parenting a youth with social\, emotional\, behavioral concerns/substance use concerns)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPPS or CPPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPPS while providing non-CPPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Parent Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Friday\, August 15th\, 2025.
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/90625-online-certified-parent-peer-specialist-cpps-training-dhs-access-to-independence-supported/
CATEGORIES:Parent Peer Specialist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T170000
DTSTAMP:20250110T213245Z
CREATED:20250110T212556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T213245Z
UID:10000982-1754312400-1755795600@wicps.uwm-citee.org
SUMMARY:80425 Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training (WCS-Sponsored & Access to Independence-supported)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual Certified Peer Specialist training in August 2025!\n  \nThis Virtual (Zoom-based) Certified Peer Specialist training is supported by Wisconsin Community Services and Access to Independence. \n  \nTraining Dates: August 4th-8th\, 11th-14th\, 18th-21st \nCohort Exam Study Session: \nHours: \n\nMonday-Friday: 1:00pm-5:00pm\n\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom \nTrainers: Shirley Drake & Michelle Laga \nTraining serves: Residents of Milwaukee County \nTraining Cost: Free for participants \n  \nWhen to Apply (and Deadlines/Closing)\nA button will appear below this section with the words “Click Here to Apply” at the time applications open. Click that button to access the application form for this training. \nApplications Open: Monday\, May 26th\, 2025 at 12PM (Noon) \nApplication Deadline: Monday\, June 23rd\, 2025 at 12pm (Noon) \n  \nWe have already received 50 application submissions\, or the application deadline has passed. We are unable to consider any more applications for this training. \n  \nPossible Early Closing of Applications: \nA maximum of 50 applications will be considered. If 50 applications are received prior to the application deadline (see above)\, the application form will automatically close and no additional applications will be received. \n  \nDetermining Eligibility and Fit\nThe following are required to be eligible to apply for this CPS training: \n\nMust self-identify as having navigated personal lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges\nMust be a resident of Milwaukee County\nMust have at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent\nMust be 18 years of age or older\n\n20-22 participants will be selected for this training. To be considered for selection\, you must meet the basic eligibility requirements above\, submit an application form\, and complete an interview. There is no training registration cost for participants. \nApplying for this or any CPS training does not guarantee selection as a participant. \nApplications received are reviewed by trainers in full\, and a variety of criteria may determine whether an applicant is asked to interview and possibly participate in a training. These include\, but are not limited to: \n\nWhether or not the applicant meets the basic eligibility requirements to become a Certified Peer Specialist (18 or older\, possesses either a high school diploma or GED\, is a Wisconsin resident\, has first-hand\, personal lived experience navigating mental health or substance use)\nWhether or not the applicant meets secondary eligibility requirements that are training-specific (belongs to the county\, tribe\, region\, and/or community served by the particular training)\nWhether or not the applicant is seeking employment or is already employed in a peer support position and/or a supervisory role to CPS (trainings are intended to serve workforce development efforts as part of an employment initiative)\nWhether or not the applicant is a community member looking to use their personal experiences to support others towards recovery/wellness/meaningful living\nHow well the applicant is able to demonstrate an understanding of recovery principles\, especially in such a way that supports self-determination of people with lived experience\nWhether or not the applicant has experience offering peer support in a professional or personal setting\n\nBecause this training is the pre-requisite to registering for the state-approved CPS exam\, and a pathway to working in a professional peer support role\, applications demonstrating the following may not be given priority in the application review process: \n\nApplicants seeking this certification simply as a resume booster\nApplicants looking to obtain the certification but not go on to work in the role of a CPS or CPS supervisor\nApplicants looking to use this training as the “next step in their recovery”\nApplicants who show they do not support many pathways to recovery\nApplicants only seeking certification in order to bill as a CPS while providing non-CPS services\n\nConsiderations\nWe encourage you to familiarize yourself with the role of a Certified Peer Specialist before applying. Click here to learn more about the role and work of a Certified Peer Specialist. \nFilling Out and Submitting the Online Application\nFirst\, we highly recommend filling out and submitting the online training application form using a desktop computer or tablet and not a smart phone. \nIt is important that you answer all required questions (marked with an asterisk) on the online training application form. There are also formatting requirements in regard to dates and other fields (such as email address). If required fields are not answered in the application form or the fields are entered incorrectly\, it will register as an error and your application will not be submitted to us when you press the “submit” button. \nThis is what happens if you try to submit an application with errors: \n\nApplicant presses “submit” button\nInstead of being redirected to the “application submission page\,” the training application form page reloads\nThis page now contains language telling the hopeful applicant that some fields were entered incorrectly (applicant may need to scroll down to see this)\nIncorrectly filled out or missing fields are highlighted in red\nApplicant should fix errors and resubmit\nUpon successfully addressing errors\, the application submission page with a timestamp will appear (we recommend you print or save a print screen of this page when it appears) and a copy of the application will be sent to the applicant’s email address they provided alongside an outline of next steps\n\nPlease note: If the application form or event page reloads instead of the “application submission page\,” there is something wrong with your application\, and you will need to follow the instructions to address any errors. \nWhat to Expect After Applying\nOnce the application deadline has passed or 50 applications are received (whichever is sooner)\, trainers will be sent applications to review\, contact up to 30 applicants out of the total applicant pool for virtual interviews\, and then select a final cohort of training participants after conducting virtual interviews. Though a maximum of 30 people will be contacted for interviews\, everyone can expect to hear back about the final decision in regard to their application. \nPlease know that it may take some time for participant selection to be finalized\, and we ask for your patience. Final selection decisions for this training may not be made until Monday\, July 14th\, 2025.
URL:https://wicps.uwm-citee.org/exam/80425-certified-peer-specialist-cps-training-wcs-sponsored-access-to-independence-supported/
CATEGORIES:Peer Specialist
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