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The Academy of Peer Services (APS) is an online, on-demand, self-directed training and testing website offering a wide range of interactive multimedia courses for those seeking certification in New York State as peer specialists in mental health settings. Courses on the supervision of peer specialists are also available.
APS is a collaboration between Rutgers University, Dept. of Psychiatric Rehabilitation, The New York Association of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (NYAPRS), and a growing network of Community Collaborators.
To learn more about our project team and Advisory Council, click here.
The Academy is funded through the New York State Office of Mental Health (NYSOMH), Office of Consumer Affairs.
Certification for peer specialists practicing in mental health settings is administered and authorized through a separate organization: the New
York Peer Specialist Certification Board (NYPSCB).
While designed for the certification of peer specialists providing services in mental health settings, anyone with an interest in learning more about peer support is welcome to take courses.
Enrollment is free and open to all, but it is subject to our Terms of Use.
APS Term Start/ End Dates
2024 Term 1
Open 1/15/24 Close 4/12/24
2024 Term 2
Open 5/13/24 Close 8/9/24
2024 Term 3
Open 9/9/24 Close 12/6/24
APS Brochure
For a downloadable brochure, click here.
Specialization Track
The APS Specialization Track includes six online modules designed specifically for
Certified Peer Specialists interested in specialized training in one of five key areas:
- Peer Support for Health and Wellness Promotion
- Peer Support for Older Adults
- Peer Support for Individuals in Crisis
- Peer Support for Justice Involved Individuals
- Supervision of Peer Supporters
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