ARA Application 7/20/2026 (Virtual)

  • July 13-17, 2026

    Virtual Training

  • Peer Recovery Support Specialist Training Application

    Thank you for your interest in becoming a Peer Recovery Specialist! This training is designed for individuals in recovery who are interested in using their lived experience to support others on their recovery journey and meets one of the requirements towards becoming certified as a peer in Minnesota and building a career as a CPRS. Please complete the following application and submit on or before the application deadline for the training you are applying for.

  • Tech Requirements and Materials needed

    Because this training will be hosted virtually, there are some personal items needed in order to participate.

    Access to the following materials is required to take this virtual training:

    -            Laptop (or Computer/Tablet/etc) to join the training.
    (Mobile devices CAN work, but make things significantly more difficult.)

    -            Functioning communication hardware (speakers/microphone) on joining-device.

    -            Access to internet/wifi.

    -            Notebook (or second screen/device) for note-taking.

    -            Quiet/private room to join the meeting from.

  • Do you have access to the REQUIRED materials above (or WILL you have access to them prior to the training)?*

  • Contact Information

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Eligibility

    Family members and recovery allies are welcome to take this training, but only those with lived experience in SUD are eligible to become certified as a CPRS in Minnesota.
  • Are you currently in recovery from substance use disorder?*
  • If applicable, how long have you been in recovery?

  • Training Interest and Experience

  • Have you ever received peer support services yourself?*
  • Do you currently work or volunteer in the recovery or behavioral health field?*

  • Demographics

  • Are You Now or have You Ever Been Justice-Involved?
  • Are you a veteran?
  • Have you ever experienced homelessness?
  • If you answered yes to the above question, how recently?

  • Training Logistics

  • Which group interview would you like to attend?*

  • You are required to submit two letters of recommendation to complete your application.

    The recommendation form (along with instructions and more info) can be found on the Amethyst Recovery Academy main page.
  • How many recommendation forms were submitted for you? (2 recommendation forms are required, so if you are not selecting "2" here, please get the forms submitted to complete the application process.)*

  • Signature

    By submitting this application, I affirm that the information provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
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