Improving Your Self-Talk
2025-05-09 09:30 - 15:00 (America/Detroit) | 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:
– Find unique ways to quiet your internal dialogue.
– Hear strategies on how to be your own cheerleader.
– See how you can improve your self-talk by changing sub modalities.
– Listen to ways to keep yourself feeling better by improving your self-talk.
– Look at the way you talk to yourself in a different light.
– Feel a sense of control as you take back control of your thoughts.
Meet 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.
Registration for this event will close on May 4, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. This is a virtual training. Up to 13 virtual Continuing Education credits are allowed to be used towards the 32 credits required for recertification.
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
2025-05-12 12:00 - 13:00
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: 832 4843 9307
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Northern Michigan Summit- Meditation for Peers
2025-05-13 08:30 - 16:30 | TreeTops Resort, 3962 Wilkinson Rd., Gaylord, MI, 49735, United States
Learn how to meditate and how to share meditation with those you serve. This training will provide you with self-care tools to develop or deepen your own meditation practice, learning to be more present, understanding the science behind the practice of meditation, and learning introductory techniques and principles for sharing meditation with those you serve. Fundamental to healing, mental health, physical health and effectiveness in life, meditation is the most effective tool in your tool kit. Debunk, demystify, simplify, and gain confidence in your own practice and in sharing this priceless tool with others.
Meditation Outcomes:

Gaining understanding of meditation fundamentals.
Opportunity to practice meditation – incorporating at least two different techniques learned during the training. Participants will recognize the importance of self-care and mindfulness practices for themselves as peers, promoting personal well-being.
Learn tools to integrate meditation and mindfulness into recovery and daily life.
Discuss ethical considerations when sharing meditation practices, including the importance of cultural sensitivity and personal boundaries.
Develop the skills to lead guided meditation sessions for individuals and groups, creating a calming and supportive atmosphere for meditation. Participants will identify and adapt meditation techniques to meet the diverse needs of individuals in recovery, considering factors like varying levels of experience and personal preferences.
Explore the role of group meditation in building community and support networks for individuals in recovery.

By achieving these learning outcomes, peers will be better equipped to effectively share meditation practices, enhancing the recovery journey for those they support.
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 & 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 MDHHS.
Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on April 27, 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.
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.

Northern Michigan Summit- How to Process Your Own Grief and Loss
2025-05-13 08:30 - 16:30 | TreeTops Resort, 3962 Wilkinson Rd., Gaylord, MI, 49735, United States
***Due to trainer availability, we have updated the title/content of this training event from ‘Moral Injury’ to ‘How to Process Your Own Grief and Loss’***
Have you ever been stuck in grief? Have you had trouble “getting over” a loss? Everyone has experienced loss of one kind or another. Some experience the loss of a job, a relationship, or even the loss of expectations. This list of losses could go on. If you have experienced any loss, especially if you are stuck in your grief, this training will help you learn how to process your own grief. This will help you in your own recovery and help you be able to help those you work with at an even higher level. And that would be helpful to you, wouldn’t it?
In This Training You Will:

Learn how to recognize and express your losses.
See your way through your grief. (It’s probably different than you expect.)
Hear three goals of processing your grief.
Find hope in your ability to grieve more effectively.
Think about your grief differently.
Experience ways to truly process your own grief.

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 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on April 27, 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.

Northern Michigan Summit - Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
2025-05-14 08:30 - 16:30 | TreeTops Resort, 3962 Wilkinson Rd., Gaylord, MI, 49735, United States
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.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on April 27, 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.

Northern Michigan Summit- Spirituality for Peers
2025-05-14 08:30 - 2025-05-15 16:30 | TreeTops Resort, 3962 Wilkinson Rd., Gaylord, MI, 49735, United States
The purpose of this program is to help you, as a Peer, understand what spirituality is and how you would help someone discover it. This two-day course will help you explore your own beliefs and values regarding spirituality. This training will provide you with the tools and resources needed as a Peer so you can speak about spirituality in an accepting way. This training is going to challenge you in a way that helps to promote your understanding of spirituality. Spirituality plays a large part in recovery and by completing this course, you will be able to help those you serve understand, accept, and embrace spirituality for themselves.
Spirituality Outcomes

Discuss the role of spirituality in the recovery process. Participants will learn to recognize barriers individuals may face in exploring their spirituality and develop strategies to address these challenges, fostering resilience and coping mechanisms in recovery.
Identify and understand their own spiritual beliefs and values, and how these may influence their peer work.
Develop skills to facilitate open and respectful discussions about spirituality with individuals in recovery, fostering a safe space for exploration.
Engage in self-care practices and strategies that nurture their own spiritual well-being. Participants will identify ways to help individuals build or connect with spiritual support networks.
Learn how to collaboratively integrate spiritual practices and beliefs into individualized recovery plans, enhancing holistic support.

By achieving these learning outcomes, peers will be better equipped to support those they work with in exploring and integrating spirituality into their recovery process, fostering a more holistic approach to healing.
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 & 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 MDHHS.
Eligible for 13 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on April 27, 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.
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.

Northern Michigan Summit- Introduction to Harm Reduction
2025-05-15 08:30 - 16:30 | TreeTops Resort, 3962 Wilkinson Rd., Gaylord, MI, 49735, United States
This introductory training on Harm Reduction is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the harm reduction approach in addressing substance use. Rooted in the principles outlined by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), this training explores the historical development of the harm reduction movement, its core values, and the implementation of effective harm reduction services. Participants will gain a deep understanding of how harm reduction strategies prioritize health, dignity, and human rights while working towards reducing the negative consequences of substance use.
Learning Objectives:

Understand the nonjudgmental, client-centered approach of harm reduction, focusing on building trust and minimizing harm rather than solely focusing on abstinence.
Gain insight into the origins of the harm reduction movement, including its roots in public health and social justice.
Identify Harm Reduction services and strategies.
Discuss the importance of integrating harm reduction into broader healthcare and social service systems to increase accessibility and effectiveness.
Critically assess the benefits and challenges of Harm Reduction approaches.
Reflect on the outcomes of harm reduction strategies in reducing public health risks, such as the spread of infectious diseases and overdose deaths.
Analyze potential challenges, such as stigma, limited funding, and opposition to harm reduction initiatives in some communities.

By the end of this training, participants will have a foundational understanding of harm reduction and will be equipped to implement these principles in their work, creating a more supportive and compassionate environment for those affected by substance use.
Trainers: Sara Szczotka, Hunter Spiess-Whittaker
Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on April 27, 2025.
Note: There’s construction in the area, so please plan for detours.
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.

Support Specialist Certification Training - Kalamazoo, MI
2025-05-19 08:30 - 2025-05-23 16:30 | Integrated Services of Kalamazoo, 418 W. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States
The peer support field is always growing! If you are interested in becoming an MDHHS Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS), use this information about the certification process.
Steps to becoming a certified peer recovery coach or support specialist:​

Review the CPSS application linked here. On the very first page of the applications you will find a list of eligibility requirements to be eligible for certification.
If you meet all of those requirements, complete the application and submit it here: Certification Application Submission – MiPeers
Once submitted, your application will be reviewed and someone from the MDHHS team will reach out with information on the next steps in the process.

Questions? Email MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
Link to CPSS Application

Recovery Coach Certification Training - Grand Rapids, MI
2025-05-19 08:30 - 2025-05-23 16:30 | Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel, 5700 28th Street, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546, United States
The peer support field is always growing! If you are interested in becoming an MDHHS recovery coach (CPRC), use this information about the certification process.
Steps to becoming a certified peer recovery coach or support specialist:​

Review the CPRC application linked here. On the very first page of the applications you will find a list of eligibility requirements to be eligible for certification.
If you meet all of those requirements, complete the application and submit it here: Certification Application Submission – MiPeers
Once submitted, your application will be reviewed and someone from the MDHHS team will reach out with information on the next steps in the process.

Questions? Email MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
Link to CPRC Application

Grand Rapids Summit - Emotional CPR Two Day Training
2025-05-20 08:30 - 2025-05-21 16:30 | Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel, 5700 28th Street, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546, United States
Emotional CPR (eCPR) is a public health educational program designed to teach people to assist others through an emotional crisis in three simple steps: Connecting, Empowering and Revitalizing.
Emotional CPR (eCPR) is based on the principles shared by several support approaches:

Trauma-informed care.
Counseling after disasters.
Peer support.
Emotional intelligence.
Suicide prevention.
Cultural attunement.

Participants will learn to:

Assist individuals in transforming anger and rage into passion and strength.
Inspire motivation and change.
Help others tap into their courage and power.
Reframe crisis as opportunity.
Encourage the people they serve to take steps in the direction of their dreams.
Learn the importance of taking care of themselves so that they can support others.
Facilitate the other persons access to inner wisdom.

Who Can Attend:
MDDHS Certified Peer Support Specialists
MDDHS Certified Peer Recovery Coaches
Trainers:
Carolyn Pifer, CPSS,
Braunwynn Franklin, CPSS
Becky Cronin, CPSS
*Trainers may be subject to change*
Eligible for 13 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 p.m. on May 12, 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.

Grand Rapids Summit- Mindful and Intuitive Eating
2025-05-21 13:00 - 16:30 | Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel, 5700 28th Street, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546, United States
“Mindful eating is about awareness.
When you eat mindfully, you slow down,
pay attention to the food you’re eating,
and savor every bite.”
Susan Albers
If you are ready to let go of endless dieting and self-judgement, Mindful & Intuitive Eating will teach you to tap into your inherent wisdom to create a healthier relationship with food and your body. Rediscover the joy of food and eating as you learn to respect your body and improve your wellbeing.
Through mindfulness meditation and yoga, you’ll learn to listen to the guidance of your body. This class is a non-diet approach that advocates non-judgment and self-compassion. Students re-learn to use intuitive cues to guide when and what to eat.
You will learn:
• How to meet yourself with compassion and curiosity.
• How to motivate yourself with kindness instead of criticism.
• The basics of mindful eating.
• Mindful eating, sitting meditation, body scan, and gentle yoga practices.
• How to work with thoughts and emotions that trigger mindless eating.
According to peer reviewed research, regular mindfulness practice:
• Reduce stress, anxiety, and depression.
• Improves sleep, focus, and attention.
• Reduce symptoms of chronic illness and pain.
• Enhances ability to experience joy and contentment.
• Increases confidence and self-acceptance.
What’s Included:
• Mindful & Intuitive Eating participant handbook.
• Mindfulness and self-kindness audio practices.
• Gentle mindful movement videos.
Carol Hendershot
Certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Instructor
Co-Founder, Grand Rapids Center for Mindfulness
Carol has been teaching Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) since 2008 and mindful self-compassion classes since 2014. She has led hundreds of students through these programs. Her classes emphasize safety and self-honoring as she guides students to build resilience and strengthen their mindfulness skills.
Eligible for 3.25 Continuing Education Credits.
Lunch will be included with registration. (Lunch is from 12 p.m.- 1:30 p.m.)
Grandrapidscenterformindfulness.com – carolhendershot@gmail.com – 616-745-1864
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 p.m. on May 12, 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.

Grand Rapids Summit- The Healing Power of Mindfulness and Self- Kindness for Peers in Crisis Settings
2025-05-22 08:29 - 16:30 | Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel, 5700 28th Street, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546, United States
Do not say that awareness and kindness are separate.
One cannot arise without the other.
Awareness is the foundation of kindness
and kindness is the foundation of awareness.
Mindfulness is a special way of paying attention that enhances well-being and wisdom. Self-kindness is befriending and supporting ourselves through the struggles of life. The two are like the wings of a bird that find more balance and ease. They help us remember all of us struggle, and we are not alone. These powerful tools enhance emotional resilience and well-being. In peer-reviewed studies, mindfulness and self-kindness have been shown to significantly increase as life satisfaction as well as compassion for self and others and decrease depression, anxiety, and stress.
Some things you will learn:
-What mindfulness and self-compassion are, their benefits, and the research that supports them.
-The myths surrounding these practices.
-How these practices help us live our values.
-How we cause ourselves unnecessary suffering and what to do about it.
-How we can be more effective by motivating ourselves with kindness rather than criticism.
How to prepare:
-Wear loose comfortable clothing and dress in layers for comfort.
-Bring a water bottle.
-Arrange to keep technology to a minimum.
-There will be a 60-minute lunch break as part of the day.
-Suspend judgment and meet the day with curiosity and openness.
What’s Included:
-Mindfulness and Self-Kindness handbook.
-Mindfulness and Self-kindness audio practices.
-Gentle mindful movement videos.
Carol Hendershot, Exp RYT 500 Yoga Instructor
Certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Instructor
Co-Founder, Grand Rapids Center for Mindfulness
Carol has been teaching Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) since 2008 and Mindful Self-Compassion classes since 2014. She has led hundreds of students through these programs. Her classes emphasize safety and self-honoring as she guides students to
build resilience and strengthen their mindfulness skills.
Grandrapidscenterformindfulness.com – carolhendershot@gmail.com – 616-745-1864
Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 p.m. on May 12, 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.

Grand Rapids- Crisis Through a Peer Support Lens
2025-05-28 08:30 - 2025-05-30 16:30 | Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel, 5700 28th Street, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546, United States
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. May 18, 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. 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
2025-05-28 12:00 - 13:00
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: 839 1523 8275
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Building Confidence
2025-05-30 09:30 - 15:00 | 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. Up to 13 virtual Continuing Education credits are allowed to be used towards the 32 credits required for recertification.
Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on May 23, 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- Moral Injury
2025-06-02 08:30 - 16:30 | Genesee Health Systems (Baker College), 1040 W. Bristol Rd, Flint, MI, 48507, United States
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.
Discus 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 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).
Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on May 25, 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.

Flint - Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
2025-06-03 08:30 - 16:30 | Genesee Health Systems (Baker College), 1040 W. Bristol Rd, Flint, MI, 48507, United States
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.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on May 26, 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.

Dearborn/Detroit - Supervision Insights: Dialogue and Interactive Learning for Supervisors and Peer Support Workers
2025-06-03 08:30 - 16:30 | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Detroit – Dearborn, 5801 Southfield Fwy, Detroit, 48228, United States
Supervision is essential for organizational success! The goal is to learn from each other and advance peer support practice and supervision through collective wisdom and collaboration.
Dr. Jonathan P. Edwards is a social scientist, public health professional, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Peer Specialist, Certified Personal Medicine Coach, and serves on the faculty of Columbia University School of Social Work and as a clinical instructor at Yale School of Medicine Program for Recovery and Community Health (PRCH). He led the largest peer support workforce within the New York City Hospital system and significantly contributed to the development of the peer support workforce. Dr. Edwards has published research on job satisfaction and supervision practices; contributed to the development of National Practice Guidelines for Peer Support Specialists and Supervisors; presented on research and practice nationally and internationally; served on a technical expert panel to develop National Model Standards for Peer Support Certification, as well as a national recovery research agenda. He has received several awards and has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and co-edited the recently published “What It Takes: Wisdom from Peer Support Specialists and Supervisors”.
Session Topics:

History and Landscape of Peer Support Workforce.
The five critical functions of supervision.
Supervision as collaboration.
Myth mongering and fact finding.

Learning Objectives:

Describe events leading to organized peer support.
Articulate the core values of peer support.
Identify the five critical functions of supervision.
Define Collaborative Supervision.
Provide examples of stigmatizing language.

Virtual Follow-Up Sessions:

In addition to this initial training session, the trainer for this session will be hosting four 90-minute virtual sessions for attendees of this training. Dates will be determined at a later time based on attendee’s feedback.

Trainer: Jonathan P. Edwards, Ph.D., LCSW, NYCPS, PSP
Please note: Both a supervisor and a peer from the organization must attend. Each $75 ticket purchase registers one Supervisor and one Peer Recovery Coach/Peer Support Specialist to attend. Information for both the Supervisor and Peer will be required during registration. Attendance is limited to one Supervisor/Peer per agency at this time. If this course has not filled by the close of registration, we will open tickets for additional peers to attend with each supervisor.
Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on May 27th, 2025. This is an in-person training.
Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits for all eligible Supervisors & Peers.
Lodging will not be included in the cost of registration. However, some lodging will be available on site at discounted State rates.
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 10 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. Attendees must follow the training guidelines and trainer instructions to receive credits.

Dearborn/Detroit - Supervision Insights: Dialogue and Interactive Learning for Supervisors and Peer Support Workers
2025-06-04 08:30 - 16:30 | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Detroit – Dearborn, 5801 Southfield Fwy, Detroit, 48228, United States
Supervision is essential for organizational success! The goal is to learn from each other and advance peer support practice and supervision through collective wisdom and collaboration.
Dr. Jonathan P. Edwards is a social scientist, public health professional, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Peer Specialist, Certified Personal Medicine Coach, and serves on the faculty of Columbia University School of Social Work and as a clinical instructor at Yale School of Medicine Program for Recovery and Community Health (PRCH). He led the largest peer support workforce within the New York City Hospital system and significantly contributed to the development of the peer support workforce. Dr. Edwards has published research on job satisfaction and supervision practices; contributed to the development of National Practice Guidelines for Peer Support Specialists and Supervisors; presented on research and practice nationally and internationally; served on a technical expert panel to develop National Model Standards for Peer Support Certification, as well as a national recovery research agenda. He has received several awards and has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and co-edited the recently published “What It Takes: Wisdom from Peer Support Specialists and Supervisors”.
Session Topics:

History and Landscape of Peer Support Workforce.
The five critical functions of supervision.
Supervision as collaboration.
Myth mongering and fact finding.

Learning Objectives:

Describe events leading to organized peer support.
Articulate the core values of peer support.
Identify the five critical functions of supervision.
Define Collaborative Supervision.
Provide examples of stigmatizing language.

Virtual Follow-Up Sessions:

In addition to this initial training session, the trainer for this session will be hosting four 90-minute virtual sessions for attendees of this training. Dates will be determined at a later time based on attendee’s feedback.

Trainer: Jonathan P. Edwards, Ph.D., LCSW, NYCPS, PSP
Please note: Both a supervisor and a peer from the organization must attend. Each $75 ticket purchase registers one Supervisor and one Peer Recovery Coach/Peer Support Specialist to attend. Information for both the Supervisor and Peer will be required during registration. Attendance is limited to one Supervisor and one Peer per agency at this time. If this course has not filled by the close of registration, we will open tickets for additional peers to attend with each supervisor.
Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on May 27th, 2025. This is an in-person training.
Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits for all eligible Supervisors & Peers.
Lodging will not be included in the cost of registration. However, some lodging will be available on site at discounted State rates.
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 10 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. Attendees must follow the training guidelines and trainer instructions to receive credits.

Flint- Eight Dimensions of Wellness
2025-06-04 08:31 - 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 an Eight Dimensions of Wellness group.

Presented by:
Julie Smythe MA CPSS + Rodasi Campbell CPRC ERYT
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Peer Services Area
Attendance is strictly monitored.
Eligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.
Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on May 27, 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.

Nothing About Us, Without Us!
2025-06-07 08:00 - 12:30 | Zoom
You know the saying, “If you’re not at the table, then you might be on the menu!” Learn the roles of the power players so you’re sitting at the table and influencing change!
Objectives:

Strengthen Participant Advocacy: Equip you with strategies to claim your seat at the decision-making table and effectively represent your community’s voice.
Demystify Power Structures: Provide insights into the roles and dynamics of key decision-makers, empowering you to engage confidently and influence outcomes.
Champion Inclusive Leadership: Foster skills to advocate for equitable representation and ensure that decisions are made collaboratively, reflecting the principle “Nothing About Us, Without Us.”

Presented by:
Tamra Oman is a national speaker, consultant, and group facilitator. She believes deeply in cultivating a culture of hope, healing, and compassion for all. She was the first “peer/consumer” to be hired in the state of Wisconsin to work in a correctional facility. Ms. Oman uses humor and compassion to connect with her audience. She brings a unique perspective based on her own personal and professional experiences.
Paula Buege is a fierce advocate for rights and dignity for people to make their own decisions. Currently she works directly with individuals and families who have children experiencing social/emotional/mental health and substance use challenges. She infuses her lived experience into her trainings and daily work.
Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on June 2, 2025.
Eligible for 4 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. Up to 13 virtual Continuing Education credits are allowed to be used towards the 32 credits required for recertification.
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.

SMART Recovery
2025-06-09 08:30 - 2025-06-11 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.
Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on June 2, 2025. This is a virtual training. Up to 13 virtual Continuing Education credits are allowed to be used towards the 32 credits required for recertification.
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.

Recovery Coach Certification Training - Detroit, MI
2025-06-09 08:30 - 2025-06-13 16:30 | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Detroit – Dearborn, 5801 Southfield Fwy, Detroit, 48228, United States

How to Quit Taking It Personally
2025-06-09 09:30 - 15:00 | 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:

Discover the structure of thinking that keeps you taking things personally (and how to change it).
Hear firsthand what you can do right away to quit taking things personally.
Learn what you MUST stop looking for today to quit taking everything so personally.
See the step-by-step process you need so you can quit taking it personally.
Find ways to combat the internal critic inside your head.

About the trainer:
Chuck Hendrix is a Certified Peer Support Specialist, Certified Life Coach, a 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.
Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on June 2nd, 2025.
Eligible for 4.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. Up to 13 virtual Continuing Education credits are allowed to be used towards the 32 credits required for recertification.
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
2025-06-10 12:00 - 13:00
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: 878 1085 1212
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Dearborn/Detroit- Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
2025-06-11 08:30 - 16:30 | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Detroit – Dearborn, 5801 Southfield Fwy, Detroit, 48228, United States
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.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on June 2nd, 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.

Dearborn/Detroit- Building Financial Wellness: Empowering Communities Through Financial Education
2025-06-12 08:30 - 16:30 | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Detroit – Dearborn, 5801 Southfield Fwy, Detroit, 48228, 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. June 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. 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.

Challenging Relationships & Caregiver Fatigue Tools for Peers in Crisis Settings
2025-06-13 09:00 - 16:30 | Zoom
The struggle we feel in relationships is universal. When we experience conflict with those that are closest to us, family, friends, and even colleagues, it is painful. In these situations, we often feel anger, resentment, and emotional avoidance. We refer to this as the pain of disconnection.
The other type of anguish we experience is due to the deep connections we have with those who are suffering. This often occurs in caregiving situations. We are hardwired to connect, cooperate, and nurture one another. This makes our lives rich and rewarding but can also make us vulnerable to the empathic distress of feeling the suffering of others as our own. We refer to this as the pain of connection.
Mindfulness and self-compassion skills can help us work with both forms of pain.
In this class you will learn to:

Look at challenging relationships in a new light.
Understand and overcome underlying emotions and unmet needs that lead to suffering.
See how empathic distress affects us.
See caregiving fatigue as a natural part of being human.
Find equanimity and compassion in caregiving relationships.

What’s included:

Challenging Relationships & Caregiver Fatigue Handbook PDF.
Links to meditations & practices to support you on this journey.

Carol Hendershot, RYT 500
Certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Instructor
Co-Founder, Grand Rapids Center for Mindfulness
Carol has been teaching Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) since 2008 and Mindful Self-Compassion classes since 2014. She has led hundreds of students through these programs. Her classes emphasize safety and self-honoring as she guides students to build resilience and strengthen their mindfulness and compassion skills.
Grandrapidscenterformindfulness.com – carolhendershot@gmail.com – 616-745-1864
Eligible for 6 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. Up to 13 virtual Continuing Education credits are allowed to be used towards the 32 credits required for recertification.
Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on June 8, 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.

Upper Peninsula Summit- Trauma Informed Peer Support
2025-06-23 08:30 - 2025-06-24 16:30 | Holiday Inn Marquette, 1951 US-41, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Trauma-informed peer support is a powerful and essential approach grounded in empathy, mutuality, and empowerment and guided by lived experience.
This 2-day training teaches participants that supporters are uniquely positioned to validate and normalize trauma experiences while promoting mutual growth.
Training Objectives:

Define trauma, its effects on us and others.
Understand how our own trauma experiences influence our support responses.
Self-assess our level of risk for compassion fatigue, burnout, and secondary traumatic stress.
Develop strategies that will serve as protective factors when supporting others.
Learn to recognize re-traumatization.
Interact in ways that minimize re-traumatization.
Discover how to support post-traumatic growth.
Integrate knowledge about trauma into peer support practices.

About the Trainer: Trenda Hedges, CRSS, CPRS, Peer Power
Trenda Hedges believes in the power of lived experience. As the CEO of Peer Power, she envisions individual lives, communities, and entire systems positively impacted because of the power of lived experience through peer support. In addition to being a person in long term recovery, Trenda is a Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS), Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS), and Advance Level WRAP® Facilitator.
Breakfast and lunch will be served at this training.
Eligible for 13 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.
Registration for this event will end at 11:59 p.m. on June 15, 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.
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
2025-06-23 09:30 - 15:00 | Zoom
Being told to “reframe it” is something most 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 different 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 different 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, 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.
Registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on June 16, 2025.
Eligible for 4.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. Up to 13 virtual Continuing Education credits are allowed to be used towards the 32 credits required for recertification.
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.
