Prerequisites: There is an application process and criteria for acceptance to attend the RCA. Applicants will be accepted based on satisfaction of these criteria and then provided a registration.
Training Summary
The Recovery Coach Academy is a 5-day intensive training course that provides individuals with the skills needed to guide, mentor and support anyone who would like to enter into or sustain long-term recovery from an addiction to alcohol or other drugs. This training is a fundamental component of providing quality, evidence-based peer recovery support designed for those interested in becoming Recovery Coaches, Peer Workers and those providing or overseeing recovery support services. The Recovery Coach Academy is a requirement for anyone interested in obtaining a CARC (Certified Addictions Recovery Coach).
Learning Objectives
1. Describe the roles and functions of a recovery coach
2. List the components, core values & guiding principles of recovery
3. Understand the stages of recovery
4. Describe stages of change and their applications
5. Increase awareness of culture, power & privilege
Self-Paced Assignments (online courses only)
For questions or concerns contact massrec@baystatecs.org
