The North Carolina Certified Peer Support Specialist (NCCPSS) Program builds a strong, recovery-oriented peer workforce across North Carolina by certifying and supporting individuals in recovery from serious mental illness and substance use disorders to become Certified Peer Support Specialists. The program promotes hope, strengthens connections, and supports self-determination as peers support individuals on their recovery journeys. It also provides technical assistance to organizations on peer support services to strengthen implementation and promote high-quality peer support practice.