Training Description: CCAR's RCA is a 30-hour training that equips someone with the skills to guide, mentor, and support those seeking to enter or maintain long-term recovery from alcohol and/or drug addiction, or learn more for their recovery. This training is approved for CRPA (NYS) Foundational, CARC Foundational, CCAR's RCP designation, and NCPRSS.

Value as a Peer Professional: TBA.

Training Description: KISS teaches two curriculums on ethical considerations for recovery. CCAR's Ethical Considerations for Recovery Coaches training, and the NYCB-standardized Peer Ethics training known as Dona Pagan Ethics, spans 16 hours and thoroughly introduces the ethical considerations specifically for peer professionals. The CCAR ethics training is approved for CCAR's RCP designation and NCPRSS. The NYCB-standardized ethics training is approved for CRPA (NYS) and CARC Foundational certification.

Value as a Peer Professional: Participation in Peer Ethics training is invaluable and essential for peer professionals as it enhances ethical awareness, improves decision-making, strengthens professionalism, establishes clear boundaries, builds trust, ensures legal compliance, fosters professional growth, and enables a positive impact on those in recovery, collectively elevating the peer professional's ability to provide responsible and principled support.

Training Description: TBA. This training is approved for both CRPA (NYS) and CARC Foundational, as well as CRPA (NYS) and CARC renewal (usable once).

Value as a Peer Professional: Peer Professionals become beacons of information, dispelling myths, fostering informed decision-making, and navigating the complex landscape of medication options. Skilled at articulating the phases of taking medications for SUD, they emerge as mentors, breaking down barriers and making MER relatable to someone navigating their unique path to recovery. By challenging the idea that habits are formed in 21 days, they bring a realistic understanding to addiction, emphasizing the need for a prolonged and comprehensive approach, championing a paradigm shift that values sustained well-being. Committing to the '90-Day Rule®,' they establish a clear framework for tracking MER progress, cultivating resilience, and empowering individuals to navigate their recovery with purpose.

Training Description: A one-hour Overdose Prevention and Response Training, authorized through NYCDOHMH, is a crucial session KISS prepares to provide participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to respond effectively to opioid overdoses. This concise and focused training covers essential information on identifying overdose signs, administering Narcan (Naloxone) properly, and implementing emergency response procedures.

Value as a Peer Professional: It is strongly encouraged for all peer professionals to participate in the Overdose Prevention and Response training through KISS. This comprehensive one-hour session delivers vital life-saving skills, making it impactful for a diverse audience, including drug-affected community members and anyone dedicated to addressing the opioid and overdose crisis. Participants get essential life-saving skills efficiently within a condensed timeframe, fostering heightened community preparedness and instilling confidence in responding to opioid overdoses. The training contributes to broader public health by equipping community members, including peer professionals, with the knowledge needed to prevent an overdose death. Its convenient format accommodates busy schedules while efficiently delivering essential information. Also, participants gain advanced insights into major organ shutdowns resulting from an overdose, aftercare protocols, Narcan use reporting, risk factors and strategies for risk reduction, the Good Samaritan Law, and overdose mortality data. This comprehensive approach enhances their ability to address the complexities of the opioid epidemic thoroughly. Overall, the training empowers peer professionals to play a pivotal role in fostering a safer and healthier community response to the opioid crisis.

Training Description: In CCAR's 12-hour "Recovery Coaching and Professionalism" training, KISS addresses the critical importance of professional conduct for coaches and advocates. This training empowers trainees to excel in their roles by instilling the highest standards of professionalism and ethical behavior. This training is approved as a CARC Elective, as well as CRPA (NYS) and CARC Renewal (usable once). Also, it is approved for CCAR's RCP designation and NCPRSS.

Value as a Peer Professional: This training is valuable for peers across various disciplines, either seeking employment or pursuing self-employment as a peer professional. In this training, KISS instills a profound sense of professionalism, emphasizing the critical aspects of maintaining high ethical standards, establishing clear boundaries, and upholding professional conduct within the peer support role. Through KISS, peer professionals gain a comprehensive skill set that not only cultivates a culture of accountability but also enhances professionalism in terms of appearance, etiquette, and communication skills. This holistic development empowers peer professionals to effectively build trust, establish positive relationships, and navigate diverse contexts. Ultimately, these developed skills contribute significantly to their success in their role, by navigating their responsibilities to effectively support those on their recovery journey. 

Training Description: CCAR's "Recovery Coaching in the Emergency Department" training, spanning 12 hours, is explored by KISS to address the urgent demand for proficient coaches capable of seamlessly navigating the dynamic and fast-paced environment of an Emergency Department (ED). In alignment with CCAR's vision, we recognize the distinctive training needs of those choosing to serve in this specialized role. This training is approved as a CARC Elective, as well as CRPA (NYS) and CARC Renewal (usable once). Also, it is approved for CCAR's RCP designation and NCPRSS.

Value as a Peer Professional: Participating in our Recovery Coaching in the Emergency Department training equips peer professionals with expertise, specifying professionalism, accountability, and crisis intervention for EDs. The training covers a spectrum of roles, responsibilities, collaboration strategies, and communication techniques, enhancing adaptability and engaging with recovering patients at a critical point. By addressing stages of change and pathways to recovery, KISS promotes a holistic approach, positioning peer professionals as valuable assets in emergency healthcare settings. Emphasis on ongoing personal and professional development ensures that peer professionals are well-prepared to navigate the unique challenges of their roles effectively. Furthermore, the training provides a comprehensive understanding of addiction-related causes leading people to the emergency department, such as overdose. It underscores the importance of staying in one's lane, separating it from clinical lanes. The program equips peer professionals with the skills to advocate and educate staff, patients, families, and others, demonstrating accountability within their crucial roles.

Training Description: TBA. This training is approved as a CARC Elective, as well as CRPA (NYS) and CARC Renewal (usable once). Also, it is approved for CCAR's RCP designation and NCPRSS.

Value as a Peer Professional: TBA.

Training Description: TBA. This training is approved as a CARC Elective, as well as CRPA (NYS) and CARC Renewal (usable once). Also, it is approved for CCAR's RCP designation and NCPRSS.

Value as a Peer Professional: TBA.

Training Description: TBA. This training is approved as a CARC Elective, as well as CRPA (NYS) and CARC Renewal (usable once). Also, it is approved for CCAR's RCP designation and NCPRSS.

Value as a Peer Professional: TBA.