Sandhills Community College
PINEHURST — Members of the community who wish to help others while building a meaningful career can do so with the North Carolina Peer Support Specialist Course offered at Sandhills Community College. The program is a transformative training designed for individuals with lived experience who are ready to support others on their wellness journey.
A peer support specialist is someone who uses personal experience with recovery to guide, encourage, and empower others facing similar challenges. This role is rooted in empathy, lived experience, and a strong desire to make a difference.
North Carolina’s behavioral health landscape increasingly recognizes the value of peer support. This comprehensive training equips you with the skills, confidence, and certification needed to make a real impact — whether in community settings, hospitals, outreach programs, or recovery centers.
Participants will learn:
- Fundamentals of peer support and recovery principles
- Effective communication and boundary-setting
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies
- Ethical conduct and professional standards
- Trauma-informed care and resilience building
- Cultural awareness and inclusive support techniques
Upon completion, participants will be prepared to sit for the North Carolina Certified Peer Support Specialist exam — helping them launch or advance a rewarding career in behavioral health services.
This course is ideal for:
- Individuals in recovery seeking to give back
- Family members and caregivers
- Community advocates and volunteers
- Behavioral health workers looking to expand skills
No prior clinical education required — just a passion for helping others succeed! Benefits of certification include:
- Recognized credential in behavioral health
- Greater career opportunities and employability
- Enhanced skills in communication and support
- Ability to make measurable impact in your community
Sandhills Community College offers convenient scheduling with in-person workshops, online modules, and hybrid learning to fit a person’s life and goals.
To step into a career that’s fulfilling, respected, and rooted in compassion to become a trusted voice for change visit:
sandhillscc-register.fundfive.com/course/section/27839
