Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification

Welcome to CalMHSA’s Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Program website!

Your journey to becoming a certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist in California begins with this site — your go-to resource for everything from eligibility requirements to certification standards and training options. 

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📢 Updates & Announcements

Verify Prepaid Code / Scholarship Voucher Has Moved

The Verify Prepaid Code / Scholarship Voucher feature is no longer located on the Registry page. It has moved to the Fee Schedule page. Please update your bookmarks accordingly.

Updated Exam Accommodations Form 

The Exam Accommodations Request Form has been updated and is now available in Spanish. Important changes have been made. Candidates should download the new form, as prior versions will not be accepted after Feb 1, 2026.  

Changes include accommodations for new Security Scanning Waiver Policy; and approved* water bottle added to Comfort Aid List.

Is Your Certification Due for Renewal?

Visit the ‘How to Renew’ page to view or download step-by-step instructions on how to renew you CMPSS certification.