Start a new career as a Peer Support.
Peer Recovery Support Specialist
(PRSS) Credential
In-Person & Online Classes Available
This course is designed to prepare you for certification as a Peer Support Specialist. Through a blend of individual learning, group discussions, presentations, and role-playing, you will gain the skills you need to help others move toward wellness and you will earn the credential required to work as a peer support specialist.
The Just 1 Life Peer Support Training curriculum is comprehensive, in-depth, and developed in part by experienced peer support specialists. The course meets or exceeds the competency standards established by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and is approved by AHCCCS and DES Vocational Rehabilitation (VR/RSA). Just 1 Life Peer Support Training is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request.
Topics of training include but are not limited to: Concepts of Hope and Recovery, Advocacy and Systems Perspective, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Skills and Service Delivery, Professional Responsibilities and Ethics of the Peer Support Specialist, Self Care, and Clinical Documentation.
Just 1 Life also provides Job Readiness and Motivational Interviewing Training for Peer Supports.
Graduates of the course are issued a certificate of completion that credentials and can qualify them to work as a Peer & Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS), Peer Support, Peer Mentor, and a number of other entry level healthcare worker positions. Participants of the course are considered clients / patients and can access additional services such as Employment Assistance & Job Placement Services as well as counseling and individual peer support after graduation.

EXCELLENT Based on 704 reviews David Wade2024-12-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently graduated from the PRSS training program here at Just 1 Life and I must say that from the start it was one of the most convenient and rewarding programs that I have ever participated in. From the registering for the class till passing the final certification exam I had an Amazing educational experience. My trainer Carrie Mitchell answered any and every myself and fellow classmates asked her about doing this line of work and she answered in an easily understood way. Her teaching style made it a very enjoyable, fun and educational experience that I would highly recommend to anyone looking to get into this line of work. Thank you Just 1 Life and Carrie Mitchell for helping me achieve the first step in this new career. Portia “Tia” Harrison2024-12-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great working/training with Ms. Shawna Vance such a sweet heart easy to talk to, learn from. Made class very Enjoyable. Tim Colton2024-12-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Just 1 life was amazing I had the best peer support he helped me pass the test and helped me go in depth of the course and was perfect at explaining stuff I didn’t understand he was a perfect in the he would scenarios he would watch me struggle and think on how to do it and when I got stuck instead of giving me the answer he would help guide me through it Michael McGilberry, Jr.2024-12-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a wonderful time participating in this course. All material was easy to understand, comprehend and retain. Franklyn made participation fun, easy to learn and looking forward to working with him again. Thank you Just 1 Life Services🙏🏾 Randy2024-12-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was great , Franklin is very good at doing his job ... Nicholas Kuhl2024-12-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I really enjoyed taking this course, Franklin was an awesome instructor, he was fun to work with extremely knowledgeable, and I look forward to doing more certifications with him. Thank Franklin and Just 1 Life I can't wait to start my new career!!! william dove2024-12-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would give him ten stars if I could. I was very happy to Braden as my instructor for the last few days and help me get through the the continuation of my education I couldn't be more happy I think I've made a friend he's a really good dude and he knows his stuff is very informative it was it was it was great it was it was just great and I really enjoyed having him as the person to have helped me with my continuing education and I look forward to working with him again in the future I'm happy that he turned me on to Daniel Roberts for counseling because I still don't think that I'm in the right place with the grief that I've been carrying around and I need to to get in a better in a better place but yeah he was just great I can't I couldn't ask for a better person to have been there he it was just I really had a good time with it give him a raise God bless you all Pasha Brown2024-12-06Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Stephanie is an amazing instructor! Naomi2024-12-06Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Julio is a helpful, intelligent, kind, and transparent instructor and I was honored and grateful to have worked with him. His insight and positivity is one of a kind and you guys are very lucky to have him on your team. Great training program altogether, BRAVO!