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16 hour (LGBTQ) training for Certified Peer Specialists on supporting LGBTQ+ people. Throughout this course, learners should expect to learn what sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression are and be able to determine the differences between each. Learners will also gain knowledge and understanding of the unique experiences faced by LGBTQ+ people, including the dynamics present when people hold multiple marginalized identities and how compounding minority stress can impact their health outcomes. This training will also cover considerations for those living with serious mental health conditions and those involved in systems of care (e.g., the justice system or child welfare). Finally, learners will be presented with a number of strategies on how to be affirming towards LGBTQ+ people and support them through challenging discussions and scenarios.
