Agency Biography

For over 100 years, Loyola Marymount University (LMU) has prepared leaders to build a more inclusive and equitable future. Guided by its mission- the encouragement of learning, the education of the whole person, and the promotion of justice, LMU Extension delivers accessible, high-impact programs that advance inclusive excellence and community empowerment. LMU’s Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Training prepares individuals for employment in peer support roles, with a focus on serving transitional age youth (TAY), Veterans, and justice-impacted individuals. The training emphasizes applied learning, cultural responsiveness, and peer-centered care through a blend of instructional methods, including lectures, small group activities, and guided discussion. LMU’s diverse learners and educators reflect California’s communities, and its programs are designed to expand access, promote equity, and strengthen California’s behavioral health workforce.

Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Training Schedule

Training Method: In-Person, Online (live), Hybrid

Training Modality:  Cohort

Training Location(s):  Los Angeles, CA

Training Length: 80 hours

Training Hours: Varies

Registration Capacity: 32 students maximum per cohort

Link to register for classes:
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