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Recovery Support Peer Specialist Training in Houston, TX

Help guide, mentor, and support people in recovery

The Council on Recovery is Houston's leading source of Recovery Support Peer Specialist training. The 3-day Core Training and 5-day Supplemental Training gives participants the tools and resources to help others on their chosen path to recovery. These trainings are interactive and will offer a comprehensive overview of the purpose, roles, and skills of providing Peer Support while giving participants the tools and resources to support others.

About Recovery Support Peer Specialists

Recovery Support Peer Specialists use their lived experience and training to support individuals on their recovery journey. They provide person-centered, non-clinical guidance with challenges such as housing, employment, education, community resources, navigating systems like health care, drug court or probation, and locating treatment resources. Through meaningful one-on-one relationships, they help people build recovery skills, connect with supportive communities, including Twelve Step meetings and other support groups. Click here for a helpful InfoGraphic about Recovery Support Peer Specialists (formerly referred to as Recovery Coaches).

Training Dates

Enrollment for our 2026 Recovery Coach Training is open!

RSPS Core Training - January 28-30, 2026, 9am-5pm

RSPS Supplemental Training - February 9-13, 2026, 9am-6pm

Supplemental only: $450

Core & Supplemental: $600

Steps to Becoming a Recovery Support Peer Specialist

Steps to Becoming a Recovery Support Peer Specialist

  1. Review the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) self-assessment/orientation. Fill out, save, and print the Attestation of Completion.
  2. Submit the training application form below. Be sure to upload the signed HHSC Attestation of Completion.
  3. Attend the 3-day Core Training and pass a knowledge assessment.
  4. Receive the Core Certificate of Completion.
  5. Attend the 5-day RSPS Supplemental Training, pass the knowledge assessment, and complete the trainer evaluation.
  6. Receive the RSPS Certificate of Completion.
  7. Apply for certification on the Texas Certification Board website.
  8. Complete 250 hours of initial supervised work experience.
  9. Apply for Full Certification and receive the first 2-year certification.
Training Enrollment Application

If you have questions about the Recovery Coach Training program or want more information, call 281-200-9227 or e-mail rss@councilonrecovery.org.