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Peer Support Toolkit: Delivering essential downloadable resources and insights specifically for peer team development, maintenance, growth, and evaluation. Continuous Updates: Regular updates to legal and ethical developments, and new or improved content and strategies to keep your team informed and effective. A well-trained and supervised peer support team can act as the first line of defense because personnel are more likely to trust colleagues who have experienced similar challenges. However, many have taken a one-and-done approach to peer training when these teams need to become vital support networks for agencies, requiring updated and ongoing training to properly provide support for their peers. Lexipol's Peer Support Training and Certification Membership can boost your peer support team’s credibility and create a strong foundation for success, even if you’re just getting started. Versatile Application The online membership can be used in various ways: Standalone Certification: Agencies can adopt the membership as is for certification and comprehensive peer support training. Program Enhancement: Existing programs can be elevated through advanced training modules, live webinars, and invaluable toolkits. Hybrid Approach: Agencies can combine

online training with in-person team meetings, tabletop exercises, and live scenarios to create a rich, multifaceted training environment.

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