Advocacy Skills

Become a powerful advocate for yourself and others! This course will help you explore the skills and knowledge needed for effective advocacy in peer support work. This course teaches you how to speak up, understand your rights, and navigate different situations. Additionally, this course emphasizes the importance of self-care in advocacy, recognizing that caring for yourself is fundamental to being an effective advocate. This knowledge will empower you and enable you to help others on their path to recovery. 

This course awards 2.5 CEUs upon successful completion.

Advocacy is taking action to effectively communicate and defend the interests, desires, needs, and rights of oneself or others. 

Why should I take this course?

Advocacy is not just about speaking up; it involves understanding rights and ensuring that voices are heard, crucial skills that can make a real difference in supporting individuals on their journey to recovery. Throughout the course, you'll gain essential skills such as effective communication, negotiation, and developing personalized advocacy plans. These skills are like tools in your toolkit, empowering you to navigate various systems and provide the assistance needed by those facing challenges.

You are learning how to advocate for yourself and others, which is not only rewarding but also instrumental in making a positive impact on people's lives. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped with practical knowledge and skills that will enhance your work as a peer support worker and contribute to creating positive change in the lives of those you assist.
The power of advocacy

Understand the impact of advocacy in peer support

Add to your toolkit

Learn how to develop and implement advocacy plans

be better prepared

Discover negotiation tips for effective advocacy