Status: Open Registration Deadline: Apr 15, 2026
Trainers Name: Ginger Ross Training Site: https://choicesrecoverytrainings.com Address:
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April 16, 22, 23, 29, 30, 2026
This class runs live virtual from 9am to 4:30pm Eastern time. Attendance is mandatory for all five days.
In alignment with the iC&RC Five Domains Course Description: This peer support course is designed for individuals looking to begin their journey as a peer recovery support specialist or peer recovery coach in the substance use field; or for those who are looking to learn how to better engage with those suffering from Substance Use Disorder (SUD). Participants will gain a strong foundation of the roles of a peer recovery coach and understand how the roles are different from other traditional and existing support methods. Participants will be introduced to the many concepts and skills involved in effective recovery coaching, preparing them for professional roles to serve their communities as peer support advocates.
Course Objectives:
Understand the basics of addiction and the brain.
Understand common behaviors of addiction.
Practice skills of motivational interviewing.
Define the roles of a recovery coach.
Gain an understanding of what recovery is.
Evaluate the stages of change and stages of recovery.
Identify harm reduction.
Develop reuse prevention plans.
Utilize SMART Goals.
Recognize the importance of self-care.
Contact Name: Ginger Ross Contact Phone Number: (603) 918-6510 Contact Email Address: [email protected]