The training lays the conceptual foundation and focus on direct practice skills for the provision of mental health services for and by persons in recovery from severe and persistent mental illness. The CAP training may be a first step in helping consumers reach their long range goals. The orientation will help consumers in choosing if the CAP training is something they would like to participate in. The training, support services and internship activities occur over one semester.
Classes feature didactic and experiential activities tailored to classroom participants.
Internships will be tailored to meet the needs of the student and the agency. Willingness to use mental health services, if needed, while participating in the Consumer as Provider training. If you or someone you know would like to be a part of the Consumer as Provider training and meet the eligibility criteria, call, email, write or to the address below for an application or more information about the program.