Peer credentials

Pathway to YPA Professional
Credential (YPA-C)

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yOUTH PEER ADVOCATE pROFESSIONAL CREDENTIAL (Ypa-C)

An individual seeking a YPA Professional Credential must hold a valid YPA Provisional Credential.
Follow the “steps” below to resume your progress!

Step 3: Complete Level 2 Online Training

How Do I Access Level 2 Online Training?

  • Access will be automatically granted upon completion of Level 1 Online Training.
  • Can complete before or after receiving a Provisional Credential (link).

When you click the button below you will be redirected to the Self-Learning Center hosted by our partners from the Community Technical Assistance Center of New York (CTAC). This is where you will resume your coursework.

 

CTAC Self-Learning Center

Steps 4 & 5: Complete Level 2 Advanced Training and Coaching Calls

Registration Requirements:

  • Completion of Level 1 & Level 2 Online Modules
  • Hold a valid YPA Provisional Credential (link)
  • Providing Youth Peer Support (YPS) Services to youth/young adults for at least 3 months independently

 

 

 

 

 

 

2025 Training Schedule

1-hour Orientation: Monday, May 19 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Day 1: Thursday, May 22 @ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Day 2: Friday, May 23 @ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Day 3: Tuesday, May 27 @ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Day 4: Wednesday, May 28 @ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Coaching Calls will occur on Wednesdays @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM from 6/11/25 through 7/3/25.

Registration link: YPA Training Registration May 2025 Survey

Step 6: Apply for the Professional Credential

Frequently Asked Questions:
YPA Credential Information for Applicants FAQ

How to Apply:
YPA Professional Credential Application and Instructions

 

Upon approval, your YPA-C will be valid for 2 years and must be renewed.

Click here to visit the Pathway to YPA Credential Renewal.

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