Military Designation
Eligibility
North Carolina has created a designation for CPSS with the name Military Designation for those with military experience. Eligibility requirements for this designation include the following:
- Meeting requirements for PSS certification
- Having current or previous military service
Process
- Submission of a copy of a DD 214 form or Military ID
For new NCCPSS applicants or currently Certified Peer Support Specialists (CPSS) interested in the Military Designation:
- Submission of NCCPSS certification application & necessary documents
- Submission of a copy of a DD 214 form or Military ID
Maintaining Designation (Recertification)
- 12 hours of human service, mental health, and/or substance use training at the time of recertification.
- 8 hours of military-specific training
Questions, please contact the NCCPSS Program by phone: 919-843-3018 or email: nccpssprogram@unc.edu.