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Welcome to the National Peer Recovery Alliance’s introductory course for Peer Support Specialists. Peer support workers play a crucial role in helping individuals navigate the challenging paths of addiction recovery and mental health. This course will guide you through the fundamental concepts of peer support, showing how your personal experiences can become a powerful tool to inspire and assist others in their recovery journey. In this course, you’ll learn: • The core responsibilities and impact of Peer Support Specialists • How peer support provides a sense of belonging, hope, and empowerment • Essential skills like advocacy, resource-sharing, mentoring, and building strong community connections • How to harness your personal recovery story to guide others By the end of this training, you will understand how to be a comforting anchor for those facing life’s toughest challenges, using your experience to offer guidance, hope, and practical support.
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