Choose this pathway if…

• You are 18-30 years old and self-identify as a person who has first-hand experience with social, emotional, medical, developmental, substance use, and/or behavioral challenges.
• You already have a job as a YPA or if you might be interested in becoming a YPA in the future.
• CTAC Self-Learning Center: https://lms.ctacny.org/

Below is a preview of topics covered in the YPA Level 1 Online Training. Each module takes approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete.

Introduction to the Youth Peer Advocate Service
Developing Self Efficacy Skills
Cultural Competence
Professional Expectations
Small Group Facilitation
Navigating the System
Documenting Your Work

Choose this pathway if….

• You have completed the YPA Level 1 Online Training.
• Access will be automatically granted upon completion of the Level 1 post-training self-efficacy questionnaire and post-training knowledge survey.

Below is a preview of topics covered in the YPA Level 2 Online Training. Each module takes approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete.

Working Across Systems
Part 1 Service Systems
Part 2 Service Systems
Education into Career
Understanding Marginalized Populations

Continue with this pathway if…

• You hold a current YPA Provisional Credential; and,
• You have completed ALL of the Level 1 and Level 2 online modules; and,
• You are currently providing services that fill within the role of a YPA (employed or formal volunteer); and,
• You are available to participate in the full training along with weekly coaching calls (schedule TBD).

Availability is limited to the first 16 eligible registrants. If you do not yet meet training requirements, your registration will be cancelled.