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Supporting People Through the Holidays
2025-12-09 09:30 - 15:30 (America/Detroit) | Zoom
You probably have experienced the emotional roller coaster of the holidays on a personal level. You know what it is like to feel the excitement, fun, disappointment, and loneliness of the holidays as well. For years you have navigated the emotional landmines that come with all the hustle and bustle or lack thereof. How do you support others through these emotional landmines of the holiday season while maintaining your own mental health?
Learning Objectives:
• Learn how to navigate 6 emotional landmines.
• Hear about the 5 ways you can support someone through the holidays.
• See things from a different perspective.
• Find ways to work through holiday trauma triggers.
• Gain tools to have those needed “tough conversations”.
About the Trainer:
Chuck Hendrix is a Certified Peer Support Specialist, Certified Life Coach, and NLP Practitioner, and a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. He has been studying personal growth for more than 25 years. He is always developing special trainings to further the impact that CPSS and Recovery Coaches can make with those they work with. Chuck is known for his unique communication style that is both engaging and funny. You won’t want to miss this training.
Eligible for 4.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously, only 13 virtual credits were allowed.
Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on December 3, 2025.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
Only if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

So Many Roads: A Multiple Pathways Training
2025-12-12 08:30 - 12:45 | Zoom
Explore new pathways in your recovery journey with our interactive online training. Learn how different recovery routes can support your personal growth and those you serve. Through collaboration and self-reflection, you’ll uncover and share pathways you may not have realized were part of your recovery. Join us for a session of discovery and connection.
Training Objectives:

Better understand many different groups that support multiple pathways.
Learn about the history of mutual aid groups.
Self-discover all the pathways you have used to support your recovery.
Be able to help the people you serve build a roadmap of their own unique recovery pathway.

Trainers:
Andrew Brown (LLMSW, CPRC, CPRM) is a clinical social worker, recovery coach, and person in long-term recovery. He is passionate about a multiple pathways approach to recovery and is deeply committed to harm reduction. Andrew is also dedicated to expanding and improving services to ensure that resources are inclusive and accessible for all individuals seeking help for substance-related issues.
Priscilla Shafor (BS, CADC, CPRC, CPRM, RCPF) is a person in long-term recovery with over 20 years of experience working with individuals impacted by substance use disorders and involvement in the justice system. Her work focuses on expanding access to recovery support and empowering people to make informed choices about their recovery paths.
She is a contracted trainer with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), providing continuing education for Peer Recovery Coaches. Priscilla also holds the Recovery Coach Professional Facilitator (RCPF) designation through the Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR), authorizing her to facilitate all (CCAR) curricula.
Her facilitation style blends lived experience with professional expertise and is grounded in a deep commitment to recovery-oriented systems of care.
Eligible for 4 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. This is a virtual training. New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously, only 13 virtual credits were allowed.
Please note: Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on December 7, 2025.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
Only if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Flint- Building Financial Wellness: Empowering Communities Through Financial Education
2025-12-16 08:30 - 16:30 | Comfort Inn & Suites Grand Blanc/Flint, 1359 Grand Pointe Court, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
What is Building Financial Wellness?
Building Financial Wellness is a peer developed, peer led curriculum designed for individuals with mental health and or substance use challenges. It empowers participants to:

Gain control over their personal finances.
Setting attainable financial goals.
Using strengths, peer support, and resources.
Building confidence in financial decision making.

Developed by Collaborative Supports Programs of New Jersey and the Center on Integrated Healthcare and Self-directed Recovery at the University of Illinois at Chicago, this program is changing lives and building hope.
Become a facilitator!
Are you a Peer Support Specialist or a Peer Recovery Coach, enthusiastic about empowering others? Join us for a facilitator training session to learn how to bring this impactful program to your community.
Who should attend? Peer Support Specialists/Peer Recovery Coaches.
Training format: A one-day training designed to equip you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to lead a six-week course in your community.
Support: Agencies must support their peers in implementing this program.
Why become a facilitator?

Help individuals develop financial resilience.
Build connections through shared experiences.
Bring hope and empowerment to their community.

Register today!
Approved for 6.5 Continuing Education credits.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 p.m. on December 8, 2025.
Coffee and lunch will be served at this training.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. ONLY if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Flint- Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
2025-12-17 08:30 - 16:30 | Hampton Inn & Suites Flint / Grand Blanc, 6060 Rashelle Dr, Flint, 48507, United States
NOTE: This training is only for individuals who are in the first recertification cycle of MDHHS continuing education requirements. For the second recertification cycle, Second Edition Ethics will be required.
Training Overview:
Certified peers across the state of Michigan are required to adhere to the Peer Code of Ethics to help protect both clients and peers. While many ethical issues seem obvious, others can be more nuanced or unexpected. In this training, we will explore the Peer Code of Ethics in more detail while outlining effective strategies to set professional boundaries that can help avoid or respond to ethical concerns you may face.
Training Objectives:

Understand the core components of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.
Explore possibilities of how unethical decisions happen.
Identify and evaluate self-care practices to maintain boundaries and ethical behavior.
Explore how to be more effective when setting and maintaining boundaries.
Practice and exercise decision-making skills when presented with an ethical dilemma.

Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.
Coffee and lunch will be served at this training.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on December 9, 2025.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
ONLY if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Continuing Education Q&A Session
2025-12-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary.
This session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here.
Meeting ID: 871 3079 3444
Passcode: cwBVQ1
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New Year, New You
2026-01-07 08:30 - 16:30 | Zoom
Plant the seeds of intention! Explore goal setting and action planning for yourself and those you serve.
Training Goals:
1. Support certified peers in their own goal setting for the new year by developing both personal and professional specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals.
2. Equip peers with strategies to help individuals serve in goal setting, particularly focusing on overcoming common barriers to achieving goals.
Presented by:
Rodasi Campbell, Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC), RCPF, ERYT, is a woman on the path of discovery in recovery from substances, mental health, relationships, and the mind. She has an extensive background in spirituality & health including yogic science, women’s spirituality and alternative and earth-based spiritualities. Rodasi is a mom, an author, and a CPRC trainer for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously, only 13 virtual credits were allowed.
Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on January 4, 2025.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
Only if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Livonia- Second Edition Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
2026-01-13 08:30 - 16:30 | Hyatt Place Detroit/Livonia, 19300 Haggerty Rd., Livonia, MI, 48512, United States
Note: This new training is only for individuals in their second recertification cycle of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the first recertification cycle, Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers is required.
Training Overview:
Certified peers across Michigan uphold the Peer Code of Ethics to protect both themselves and the people they serve. While some ethical dilemmas are clear-cut; others can be complex and unexpected. In this interactive training, we’ll take a deep dive into the Peer Code of Ethics and unpack real-world scenarios that test professional judgement. Participants will learn practical strategies to set healthy boundaries, navigate gray areas, and confidently respond to ethical challenges.
Training Objectives:

Compare and contrast personal values with peer support values.
Explore ethical scenarios using the Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.
Examine personal boundaries considering workplace policies.
Identify barriers to self-care and methods to improve self-care.

Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.
Coffee and lunch will be served at this training.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on January 5, 2026.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
ONLY if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Livonia- Crisis Through a Peer Support Lens
2026-01-14 08:30 - 2026-01-16 16:30 | Hyatt Place Detroit/Livonia, 19300 Haggerty Rd., Livonia, MI, 48512, United States
Note: This training is for peers who work in formal crisis settings including mobile crisis teams and crisis services units.
Crisis Through a Peer Support Lens:
Connection, Compassion, and Care
As more peer workers serve in crisis settings roles, it is vital to understand crisis through a peer lens, stay rooted in core peer support values and remain anchored in peer support competencies. This training provides information, skills, and practical applications that peer workers can use in various crisis settings.
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
• Define crisis through a peer support model.
• Apply core peer support values to crisis situations.
• Practice trauma-informed responses to reduce traumatization of self and others.
• Use cultural knowledge to create connections.
• Develop communication skills to use during crisis situations.
• Support self and others after a crisis has occurred.
Approved for 19.5 Continuing Education credits.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 p.m. January 6, 2026.
Breakfast and lunch will be served at this training.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. ONLY if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Building Confidence
2026-01-15 09:30 - 15:30 | Zoom
You and I both know exactly what it feels like to second guess ourselves. Each of you have looked in the mirror and thought less of yourself than you would ever like to admit. That cycle or self-loathing can STOP now if you want it to. Pause for a second, think about how this year can be different for you if you were more CONFIDENT! In this short, POWER-PACKED training, you will be able to make that a reality.
When you register and attend this training, you will:

Learn how to let go of the past that stops you from being confident.
See your future with a new perspective that will raise your confidence.
Hear fifteen tips, tools, and tricks that will skyrocket your confidence.
Feel better about yourself than you ever imagined possible.

Trainer: Chuck Hendrix
Even though Chuck has spoken before thousands of people, most people do not know he has struggled with confidence on and off most of his life. From the effects of early childhood trauma and life throwing him some significant curveballs, Chuck has had to immerse himself in learning about confidence to get to where he is today. Now you can learn what he has learned and glean from both his successes and failures.
Eligible for 4.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously, only 13 virtual credits were allowed.
Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on January 7, 2026.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
Only if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Continuing Education Q&A Session
2026-01-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary.
This session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here.
Meeting ID: 826 5503 4953
Passcode: 1AW5pg
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SMART Recovery
2026-01-20 08:30 - 2026-01-22 16:30 | Zoom
SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) teaches self-empowerment based on scientific principles and evidence. The recovery program helps people overcome all forms of addictive behaviors. This includes those involving, alcohol, drugs, gambling, shopping, sex, and pornography.
Upon completion of this three-day virtual program, you will be able to:

Express confidence to start and facilitate a SMART Recovery meeting.
Demonstrate basic knowledge of the SMART Recovery program and related tools.
Demonstrate knowledge of how the concepts, strategies, and tools support addiction recovery in a support group setting.
Demonstrate basic facilitation skills as used in a SMART Recovery support group.
Express confidence about starting and facilitating a Family & Friends meeting.
Demonstrate basic knowledge of SMART Recovery Family & Friends program and related tools.
Demonstrate knowledge of how concepts, strategies and tools support recovery for Family & Friends.

Training Benefits:

Highly interactive training, including multiple role-plays of practical meeting scenarios.
Live demonstrations of the tools used in SMART meetings.
Helpful discussions involving the content of our SMART Recovery handbooks and manuals.
Discussions of CBT, REBT, Motivational Interviewing and other SMART Recovery concepts
Question & Answer sessions to ensure understanding.
Training is completed in three days, providing the ability to facilitate a SMART meeting and/or use the SMART tools and techniques with clients immediately following the training.
Breakout groups provide the opportunity for your team to brainstorm ways to incorporate SMART Recovery into your organization.

Eligible for 19.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously, only 13 virtual credits were allowed.
Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on January 5, 2026.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
Only if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Two-Day WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Planning) Training
2026-01-22 09:00 - 2026-01-23 16:00 | Zoom
Training Overview:
This workshop will meet the pre-requisite to qualify for the Five-Day WRAP Facilitator Training. Each day is on zoom from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. You must attend both days.
Objectives:

Recognize the importance of the WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Planning) concept pertaining to your own wellness and recovery.
List the five key concepts of WRAP.
Learn the six sections of the WRAP plan.
Develop your individual WRAP plan.
Implement WRAP into your daily life.
Apply the WRAP tools in your work as a Certified Peer Support Specialist or Certified Recovery Coach.

Trainer:
Deb Monroe, CPSS, Advanced Level WRAP Facilitator
Jeanne White, CPSS, Advanced Level WRAP Facilitator
Eligible for 11 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously, only 13 virtual credits were allowed.
Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on January 14, 2026.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
Only if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Continuing Education Q&A Session
2026-01-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary.
This session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here.
Meeting ID: 837 4623 4101
Passcode: N5m8w0

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Peer Military Culture 101
2026-01-27 08:30 - 16:30 | Zoom
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Understand the Fundamentals of Military Culture– Identify core values, traditions, and structures that define military life.
Recognize Branch-Specific Differences– Differentiate expectations across military branches.
Explore the Transition Experience– Discuss common challenges service members face when reintegrating into civilian life.
Identify Common Mental Health Concerns– Recognize the impact of service-related stress, PTSD, and other challenges veterans may encounter.
Develop Effective Communication Strategies– Apply culturally competent approaches when engaging with veterans in peer support settings.
Enhance Peer Support Practices– Utilize best practices in peer support to build trust and rapport with veterans.
Address Barriers to Care– Identify systemic, cultural, and personal barriers that prevent veterans from seeking or receiving support.

About the Trainer:
Dr. Kevin Scott is an honorably discharged decorated Marine Veteran of Operation Desert Storm. Academically, he has a Bachelor of Science (Magna Cum Laude) and a Master of Science both in the discipline of Criminal Justice from North Carolina Central University, in Durham, NC. In addition, he earned a doctorate in Community Counseling and Care specializing in Traumatology from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. He also holds national memberships and state certifications in a myriad of mental health spaces including Harvard’s T. H. Chan School of Public Health Executive Leadership Development, National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI), National Association of Drug Court Professionals (NACDP), Commission on Correctional Healthcare Professional (CCHP), and Commission on Correctional Healthcare Professional-Mental Health (CCHP-MH).
Registration for this event will close on January 19, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously, only 13 virtual credits were allowed.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
ONLY if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Farmington Hills- Second Edition Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
2026-01-29 08:30 - 16:30 | Holiday Inn Farmington Hills, 33103 Hamilton Ct, Farmington Hills, MI, 48334, United States
Note: This new training is only for individuals in their second recertification cycle of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the first recertification cycle, Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers is required.
Training Overview:
Certified peers across Michigan uphold the Peer Code of Ethics to protect both themselves and the people they serve. While some ethical dilemmas are clear-cut; others can be complex and unexpected. In this interactive training, we’ll take a deep dive into the Peer Code of Ethics and unpack real-world scenarios that test professional judgement. Participants will learn practical strategies to set healthy boundaries, navigate gray areas, and confidently respond to ethical challenges.
Training Objectives:

Compare and contrast personal values with peer support values.
Explore ethical scenarios using the Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.
Examine personal boundaries considering workplace policies.
Identify barriers to self-care and methods to improve self-care.

Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.
Coffee and lunch will be served at this training.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on January 21, 2026.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
ONLY if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

How To Reframe Anything and Everything
2026-02-03 09:30 - 15:30 | Zoom
Being told to “reframe it” is something many of us have heard, or maybe even something you’ve said yourself. Right along with the phrase “reframe it” is often the phrase “turn the negative into a positive.” Has anyone ever shown you “how to”—reframe it? In this four-hour training, you will be shown separate ways you can reframe anything and everything. Imagine what it will do for your mental health to become proficient at reframing anything you want!
Learning Objectives:

See things from three distinct positions.
Learn how to flip the “but.”
Hear about the four root causes of perspective.
Find ways to determine your desired outcomes.
Feel like you can truly reframe anything and everything.

About the Trainer:
Chuck Hendrix is a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS), Certified Life Coach, NLP Practitioner, and a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. He has been studying personal growth for more than 25 years. He is always developing special trainings to further the impact that CPSS and Recovery Coaches can make with those they work with. Chuck is known for his unique communication style that is both engaging and funny. You won’t want to miss this training.
Eligible for 4.5 MDHHS virtual Continuing Education credits.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
Only if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Meditation Challenge
2026-02-06 08:30 - 16:30 | Zoom
Join the 2026 Meditation Challenge for peers! Let’s spend the month beginning or deepening practice together.
Learning objectives:

Basic meditation and mindfulness practices.
How the brain and body chemistry change when we practice.
How to incorporate practice into your workday to reduce stress and support showing up with a full cup.
Simple, trauma-informed practices to start your session with—centering for both you and your participant.

Note: Follow-up sessions will be held on Fridays in February from noon to 1 p.m. for accountability, Q&A, and continued support as you implement these practices. Your trainer will contact you via email with more information.
Presented by:
Rodasi Campbell, CPRC, RCPF, ERYT, is a woman on the path of discovery in recovery from substances, mental health, relationships, and the mind. She has an extensive background in spirituality and health including yogic science, women’s spirituality and alternative and earth-based spiritualities. Rodasi is a mom, an author, and Peer Recovery Coach Trainer for Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS virtual Continuing Education credits.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
Only if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Flint- Second Edition Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
2026-02-10 08:30 - 16:30 | Genesee Health Systems (Baker College), 1040 W. Bristol Rd, Flint, MI, 48507, United States
Note: This new training is only for individuals in their second renewal cycle of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the first recertification cycle, Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers is required.
Training Overview:
Certified peers across Michigan uphold the Peer Code of Ethics to protect both themselves and the people they serve. While some ethical dilemmas are clear-cut; others can be complex and unexpected. In this interactive training, we’ll take a deep dive into the Peer Code of Ethics and unpack real-world scenarios that test professional judgement. Participants will learn practical strategies to set healthy boundaries, navigate gray areas, and confidently respond to ethical challenges.
Training Objectives:

Compare and contrast personal values with peer support values.
Explore ethical scenarios using the Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.
Examine personal boundaries considering workplace policies.
Identify barriers to self-care and methods to improve self-care.

Coffee and lunch will be served at this training.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
ONLY if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Continuing Education Q&A Session
2026-02-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary.
This session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here.
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Flint- Eight Dimensions of Wellness
2026-02-11 08:30 - 16:30 | Genesee Health Systems (Baker College), 1040 W. Bristol Rd, Flint, MI, 48507, United States
Creating a Balanced Life: Wellness within the Eight Dimensions. This training will bring awareness to and expand on the importance of wellness in our lives and our recovery.
Learning Objectives:

Define wellness and balance.
Define and explain the Eight Dimensions of Wellness.
Promote wellness in all aspects of life.
Be able to facilitate Eight Dimensions of Wellness group.

Presented by:
Julie Smythe, MA, CPSS, and Rodasi Campbell, CPRC, ERYT, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Peer Services area
Attendance is strictly monitored.
Eligible for 6.5 Continuing Education credits.

Moral Injury
2026-02-12 08:30 - 16:30 | Zoom
Moral injury is deeply psychological and emotional, often leading to guilt, shame, and long-term distress. It can be especially painful when no legal consequences exist, yet a person struggles with their own internal moral code.
Learning Objectives:

Define Moral Injury.
Identify causes of Moral Injury.
Recognize the psychological and emotional impact.
Discuss strategies for recognizing and addressing Moral Injury.
Examine approaches to prevent and heal from Moral Injury.

About the Trainer:
Dr. Kevin Scott is an honorably discharged decorated Marine Veteran of Operation Desert Storm. Academically, he has a Bachelor of Science (Magna Cum Laude) and a Master of Science both in the discipline of Criminal Justice from North Carolina Central University, in Durham, NC. In addition, he earned a doctorate in Community Counseling and Care specializing in Traumatology from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. He also holds national memberships and state certifications in a myriad of mental health spaces including Harvard’s T. H. Chan School of Public Health Executive Leadership Development, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), National Association of Drug Court Professionals (NADCP), Commission on Correctional Healthcare Professional (CCHP), and Commission on Correctional Healthcare Professional-Mental Health (CCHP-MH).
Eligible for 6.5 virtual Continuing Education credits.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
Only if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

How to Quit Taking It Personally
2026-02-17 09:30 - 15:30 | Zoom
Training Overview:
You have been there before and the truth is, you have been “there” more often than you’d like to admit. You’ve been in that situation or had that conversation and you took something personally. You know the kind of situation where your feelings were hurt. Imagine what it would be like to have the tools to Quit Taking It Personally. How much healthier would you be if you could Quit Taking It Personally? This is the training for you!
Participants will:

Maintain healthy boundaries and emotional resilience while working through challenging conversations, thereby preventing burnout, and sustaining your ability to serve.
Foster a healing environment where clients feel heard and supported, not judged—helping them move toward recovery, community, integration and long-term wellness.
Use insight into your own experience and emotional triggers to better empathize with those you support—so you can offer genuine compassion without taking their words personally.
Facilitate recovery-oriented conversations more effectively by staying calm, centered and present even when clients express frustration, anger or blame.
Role-model emotional health, equipping clients with practical tools to manage their own feelings of being “taken personally”—which supports their recovery, stability, and growth.

About the trainer:
Chuck Hendrix is a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS), Certified Life Coach, an NLP Practitioner, and a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. He has been studying personal growth for more than 25 years. He is always developing special trainings to further the impact that CPSS and Recovery Coaches can make with those they work with. Chuck is known for his unique communication style that is both engaging and funny. You won’t want to miss this training.
Eligible for 4.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously, only 13 virtual credits were allowed.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
Only if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

So Many Roads: A Multiple Pathways Training
2026-02-19 08:30 - 12:45 | Zoom
Explore new pathways in your recovery journey with our interactive online training. Learn how different recovery routes can support your personal growth and those you serve. Through collaboration and self-reflection, you’ll uncover and share pathways you may not have realized were part of your recovery. Join us for a session of discovery and connection.
Training Objectives:

Better understand many different groups that support multiple pathways.
Learn about the history of mutual aid groups.
Self-discover all the pathways you have used to support your recovery.
Be able to help the people you serve build a roadmap of their own unique recovery pathway.

Trainers:
Andrew Brown (LLMSW, CPRC, CPRM) is a clinical social worker, recovery coach, and person in long-term recovery. He is passionate about a multiple pathways approach to recovery and is deeply committed to harm reduction. Andrew is also dedicated to expanding and improving services to ensure that resources are accessible for all individuals seeking help with substance-related issues.
Priscilla Shafor (BS, CADC, CPRC, CPRM, RCPF) is a person in long-term recovery with over 20 years of experience working with individuals impacted by substance use disorders and involvement in the justice system. Her work focuses on expanding access to recovery support and empowering people to make informed choices about their recovery paths.
She is a contracted trainer with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), providing continuing education for Peer Recovery Coaches. Priscilla also holds the Recovery Coach Professional Facilitator (RCPF) designation through the Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR), authorizing her to facilitate all (CCAR) curricula. Her facilitation style blends lived experience with professional expertise and is grounded in a deep commitment to recovery-oriented systems of care.
Eligible for 4 virtual Continuing Education credits.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
Only if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Washtenaw- Connections: Getting to Know the People We Serve
2026-02-25 08:30 - 16:30 | Washtenaw County Learning Resource Center, 4135 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor, MI, 48108, United States
Join Jose Salinas for a powerful and reflective session focusing on deepening our connection with the people we serve. This workshop blends practical tools with compassionate insight to support peer professionals cultivating flexible, compassionate response in our work with individuals experiencing addiction, mental health challenges, and/or crisis.
Participants will learn about:

Matching interventions to the level of addiction or illness.
Internal barriers and how they impact our connections.
Cultivating response flexibility.
Remembering pathways and harm reduction.
Developing and maintaining empathy through:

Transformative listening.
Mindfulness and self-compassion.
The power of choice.

Who should attend?
Peer support specialists, peer recovery coaches, and anyone who works in a recovery oriented or person-centered space.
About the Trainer:
Jose is a Certified Peer Support Specialist, Certified Peer Recovery Coach, and a state of Michigan Peer Trainer. With over a decade of experience in peer support, Jose has facilitated trainings in Mental Health First Aid, QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer), Emotional CPR, and mindfulness-based programs for addiction recovery. He is deeply committed to helping individuals navigate recovery from substance use and mental health challenges, offering trauma-sensitive and compassionate support rooted in lived experience.
A person in long-term recovery from addiction, mental health conditions, trauma, and poverty, Jose is passionate about sharing his story to inspire hope and healing in others. He finds strength and connection through nature, community, and his two loyal Australian Shepherds, Chiquis, and Peques—his sunrise running partners on hidden trails. Jose believes he didn’t survive addiction for himself alone, but to support others. His life’s work is guided by a drive to help people find their own paths to wellness and recovery.
Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.
Coffee and lunch will be served at this training.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
Only if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Washtenaw- Second Edition Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
2026-02-26 08:30 - 16:30 | Washtenaw County Learning Resource Center, 4135 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor, MI, 48108, United States

Continuing Education Q&A Session
2026-02-27 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary.
This session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here.
Meeting ID: 846 7650 5891
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Improving Your Self Talk
2026-03-05 09:30 - 15:30 | Zoom
What would it be like if you could direct your internal dialogue where you want it to go? Wouldn’t it be great to silence your inner critic? Improving Your Self-Talk will help you do that very thing. This training will tell you how to “catch it, check it, change it.” It will allow you to be in the “driver’s seat” of your own head (for the most part).

Participants will:

Explore practical ways to stop unhelpful internal dialogue, allowing peers to show up more centered, calm, and grounded when supporting others.
Learn strategies for cultivating an encouraging inner voice, so peers can model hope, confidence, resilience, and self-compassion for the individuals they serve.
Discover how shifts in sub modalities impact self-talk and emotional state, giving peers concrete tools they can use—and teach—to create more empowering thinking patterns.
Practice methods for improving self-talk to support emotional well-being, helping peers reduce overwhelm, maintain balance, and prevent compassion fatigue.

Meet the Trainer:
Chuck Hendrix is a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS), Certified Life Coach, NLP Practitioner, and a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. He has been studying personal growth for more than 25 years. He is always developing special trainings to further the impact that CPSS and recovery coaches can make with those they work with. Chuck is known for his unique communication style that is both engaging and funny. You won’t want to miss this training.
Eligible for 4.5 virtual Continuing Education credits.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
ONLY if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and registration is not assured until we receive the check, and you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read, signed, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Troy- Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
2026-03-10 08:30 - 16:30 | Oakland Community Health Network, 5505 Corporate Dr., Troy, MI, 48098, United States
Note: This training is only for individuals who are in the first recertification cycle of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the second recertification cycle, Second Edition Ethics will be required.
Training Overview:
Certified peers across the state of Michigan are required to adhere to the Peer Code of Ethics to help protect both clients and peers. While many ethical issues seem obvious, others can be more nuanced or unexpected. In this training, we will explore the Peer Code of Ethics in more detail while outlining effective strategies to set professional boundaries that can help avoid or respond to ethical concerns you may face.
Training Objectives:

Understand the core components of the MDHHS Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.
Explore possibilities of how unethical decisions happen.
Identify and evaluate self-care practices to maintain boundaries and ethical behavior.
Explore how to be more effective when setting and maintaining boundaries.
Practice and exercise decision-making skills when presented with an ethical dilemma.

Trainers:
Sara Szczotka, CPRC, YRC, drew on her lived experience to serve in a wide range of professional roles, including leading a recovery community organization, working as a peer alongside law enforcement, providing community-based outreach, and supporting individuals in inpatient settings. Across these diverse contexts, her work focused on strengthening recovery support, improving peer integration, and fostering collaboration between systems. She supervised peer professionals in multiple settings and has been engaged with Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) since the rollout of the Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) curriculum in 2018. Deeply committed to supporting and advancing the peer workforce, Sara uses her experience to guide training conversations on leadership, ethics, advocacy, connection, and the importance of multiple pathways to recovery.
Hunter Spiess, CPRC, CPSS, is an individual in long-term recovery who is dually certified as a Peer Support Specialist and Peer Recovery Coach. With five years of experience in the peer profession and a strong background in harm reduction, Hunter is committed to supporting individuals navigating substance use, mental health challenges, and personal transformation.
Grounded in ethics, compassion, and lived experience, he brings a steady, person-centered approach to recovery support and training as a peer trainer for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). Hunter is also a musician and a proud uncle to two wonderful children, who continually inspire his dedication to fostering hope, resilience, and connection within the communities he serves.
Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.
Coffee and lunch will be served at this training.
Registration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance.
ONLY if you need to pay by check, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration.
Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions, e-mail registration@mipeers.org.
Attendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.

Continuing Education Q&A Session
2026-03-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary.
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Meeting ID: 871 0976 1950
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Continuing Education Q&A Session
2026-03-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
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