Recovery Training Institute
About RTI
The Recovery Training Institute (RTI) is DRP’s center for education, training, certification programs, and apprenticeship. We offer multiple career-focused training pathways for Peer Recovery Coaches and Community Health Workers, as well as Mental Health First Aid courses open to anyone in the community. Our programs provide a mix of in-person and virtual courses.
Be part of the recovery solution.
Certified Peer Recovery Mentor (CPRM) Academy
CPRM Academy is a training program for individuals with lived experience in recovery from substance use who are seeking MCBAP-certification as Peer Recovery Mentors (also known as Peer Recovery Coaches/Peer Support Specialists in the workforce).
Community Health Workers Training Program
The CHWTP provides the necessary MiCHWA-approved training to become a Community Health Worker (CHW), Health Support Worker, or Community Health Aide.
Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)© teaches individuals how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults.
Apprenticeship
Graduates of CPRM Academy and CHWTP are eligible for our paid apprenticeship programs where they will learn and gain on-the-job experience through 1-on-1 mentorship from an experienced professional in the field.
Additional Trainings
Trainings offered include: CCAR Ethical Considerations for Recovery Coaches and CCAR Recovery Coach Academy.
Community Partners
RTI is looking to connect and partner with community organizations. We offer paid apprenticeships for graduates of our CPRM Academy and Community Health Worker Training programs.