DCU Certificate in Peer Support Working in Mental Health

The Certificate in Peer Support Working in Mental Health is for people who would like to be Peer Support Workers or Family Peer Support Workers in the area of mental health. This course will help you to develop the knowledge and skills needed to develop your practice and enhance existing strengths and skills. 

You will examine the latest trends and developments nationally and internationally in recovery orientated mental health practice, explore the historical, statutory and policy framework in which the Irish Mental Health Service operates within, understand the core principles, competencies and practices of peer support working and the principles of the individualised nature of recovery and a person centred approach, engage in reflective practice, supervision and support structures to maintain fidelity to the role of professional peer support working.  Click here for further information.