Welcome to CalMHSA’s Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Program website!
We are delighted to have you here and excited to provide you with all the information you need to begin your journey towards becoming a certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist in California. Our website is your go-to resource for everything related to the certification program, from eligibility requirements to certification standards and training options. We understand that the journey towards certification can be challenging, but we are here to support you every step of the way. We encourage you to take your time to explore our website and make use of the resources available to you. We are committed to providing you with the guidance and resources you need to succeed. Thank you for stopping by. We wish you the best of luck on your journey towards becoming a certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist!
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📢 Updates & Announcements
 FREE TRAINING OPPORTUNITY!Â
We are excited to announce training opportunities for Peers — individuals with lived experience. The opportunity is made possible through time-limited funding by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) to strengthen peer support in behavioral health programs. Â
CalMHSA and DHCS aim to train 1,050 peers statewide for Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist certification at no cost to participants. Training is provided by CalMHSA-approved vendors and held between January and March 2025 at multiple locations. Â
For details, click here!
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