In February 2015, the Iowa Department of Human Services contracted with the University of Iowa’s (UI) Division of Child & Community Health (DCCH) to train the Peer Support and Family Peer Support workforce in Iowa. DCCH engaged collaborative partners to assist with the project including: UI National Resource for Family Centered Practice, ASK Resource Center, Child Health Speciality Clinic, and NAMI Iowa. During this six-year project, these agencies will collaborate with key stakeholders to develop curricula, conduct training, educate supervisors, provide continuing education, and make recommendations for certification.

Prior to this six-year project, trainings were FUNDED by the following partners:

• PSS: Magellan (2005)
• PSS: Iowa Department of Human Services (2006-2012, 2014-2015)
• FPSS: Magellan (2014-2015)

Prior to this six-year project, trainings were PROVIDED by :

• PSS: Magellan (2005)
• PSS: Iowa Peer Support Training Academy (2006-2012)
• PSS: Life Connections (2013-2014)
• PSS: Waubonsie Community Mental Health, Hope Haven, Life Connections (2014-2015)
• FPSS: University of Iowa (2014-2015)