The Future of Recovery: Certifying Inmates as Peer Support Specialists

Monday, December 11, 2023 | 10:00AM – 11:00 AM ET / 9:00 – 10:00 AM CT | Virtual - Zoom

Overview:

  • Discuss the importance of using the shared life experience of incarceration of those battling addiction
  • Explore the potential of leveraging individuals who achieve sobriety while incarcerated to support the recovery of others involved in the criminal justice system 
  • Explore the impact of two crucial initiatives: reducing overdose deaths and promoting rehabilitation by certifying and training inmates as peer support specialists 

1 credit NBCC

Recovery Centers of America has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7002. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Recovery Centers of America is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. This course qualifies for 1 credit hours.