MCCCD Program Description

Peer Support Specialist Practicum

Course: ASD147

First Term: 2020 Spring

Laboratory 3.0 Credit(s) 5.0 Period(s) 5.0 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T- Lab Load

Description: Peer support specialist preparation related to addictions and substance use disorders. Opportunity for students to use their developed knowledge and skills in an applied setting with supervision.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Explain the philosophy and mission of the host agency and the specific policies and procedures for the placement setting. (I) 2. Explain the role and responsibilities of a peer support specialist as outlined by the host agency. (I-II) 3. Perform the role of a peer support specialist as outlined by the host agency. (II) 4. Observe the host agency treatment and documentation process. (III) 5. Explain the legal and ethical standards of practice of a peer support specialist within the host agency. (IV) 6. Demonstrate skills required to handle a crisis or emergency. (V) 7. Assist in evaluating needs of individuals with special needs. (VI)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Peer support specialist practice experience setting A. Philosophy/mission B. Target population C. Services D. Policies E. Peer support specialist procedures F. Role of peer support specialist student G. Role of peer support specialist supervisor II. Peer support specialist skills A. Rapport building B. Treatment process III. Basic assessment process A. Intake data process B. Social history process C. Assessment process D. Referral process IV. Record keeping in the role of a peer support specialist A. Ethical considerations B. Legal considerations C. Types of information D. Formatting V. Crisis intervention in the role of a peer support specialist A. Identification B. Management C. Outside resources VI. Working with special populations role of a peer support specialist A. Characteristics B. Special needs C. Treatment plans

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: November 26, 2019

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.