Certification Requirements
The Academy of Peer Service online courses are a first step toward peer specialist certification. The New York Peer Specialist Certification Board (NYPSCB) is a separate organization that determines the requirements for certification and verifies completion of those requirements by those who are seeking certification. If you are seeking to become a New York Certified Peer Specialist (NY-CPS), visit the NYPSCB website and review the application so you know what is involved to be sure you will have what you need to qualify: https://nypscb.org/
Requesting Credit for Board Approved Continuing Education
The Certification Board periodically approves conference workshops and training offered outside of the Academy of Peer Services for continuing education credit. If you receive a certificate from a workshop or training program has been approved by the NYPSCB (Certification Board) for credit, you can submit directly to the certification board here. For any additional questions, reach out to https://nypscb.org/about-us/.