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Professional Recovery Coach

Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Industry certification, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential

Method of Delivery

Online, e-learning, or distance learning

When offered

Daytime Hours

Instructional Program (CIP)

Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling. 511501

Description

A. Course Objective: Learn the dynamics of a strengths-based system for changing addictive behavior through a process of reconnecting to one's joyful identity and work toward helping others overcome and break the cycle of addiction.


Description: Addiction is a widespread issue in society, with 48.5 million (16.7%) Americans battling a substance use disorder in the past year, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH). Addiction recovery support is necessary to help these individuals gain their sobriety and to achieve long-term recovery.


In this recovery coach certification course, you will learn the dynamics of a strengths-based system for changing addictive behavior and earn your addiction recovery coach certification online with the Professional Recovery Coach course. You can help others break the cycle of addiction, reconnect to themselves and their community, and live a fulfilling and productive life.


Competencies to be achieved:


Describe the effects of addiction on the brain's right hemispheric control center, as well as the skills and abilities the brain loses in addiction


Explain how the brain shares joy nonverbally, learns the skills of joy and quiet, and grows capacity


Identify cravings, review Behaviors, Events, Experiences, People, and Substances (BEEPS), and the process by which the brain is hijacked in addiction


Define what recovery coaching is and is not according to ethical standards


Utilize strengths-based and solution-based questions to move clients from ambivalence to change


Identify ways to build trust in the client/coach relationship


Understand how a coach's level of empathy can significantly impact client outcomes


Learn to apply Cognitive Behavior Theory and Cognitive Restructuring when disputing faulty thinking.


Learn to recognize relapse triggers and co-create relapse prevention plans.


Follow ethical standards of conduct and review legally required documentation for providing coaching services


B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):


$2,295


C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):


The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.


D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): N/A


E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification: 


Name: Shannon McKinnon


Email:  careercatalyst-funding@exchange.asu.edu


Phone number: 1-884-353-7856


Direct Website link to the program: https://careertraining.careercatalyst.asu.edu/training-programs/professional-recovery-coach/


G. Additional information: 



  • Background check requirements for school/licensing: N/A

  • Background check requirements/restrictions for working in the occupation: N/A



  • Other requirements needed: Certification Requirements:


Certification for peers is done at the state level, with every state having different requirements for certification of peers. For this reason, we encourage you to contact the appropriate agency within your state that oversees and provides credentials to individuals that want to work as a peer within that state for more certification information. To our knowledge, the Texas Certification Board, the California Certification Board, State Board of Georgia, Minnesota Certification Board, the Colorado Peer Certification Committee, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, North Carolina's Certified Peer Support Specialist Program, Rhode Island Certification Board, Tennessee State Board, New York State Board, Washington State Board, and Wisconsin Department of Health Services do not recognize this course.


Prerequisites: Basic computer skills are required.


Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)



  • Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)


Yes or No: Yes


Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization:  Recovery Coach certification by the IAPRC (International Association of Professional Recovery Coaches)


Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)


Yes or No:


Career Pathway:




  • Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other           industries/companies)


Yes or No (Explain): Yes.



  • Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)


Yes or No: No


Accrediting Agency and link to website:


 


I. Credential Attainment Rate:  Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program. N/A

Details

Hours

60

Entrance Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent

School

Arizona State University

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Training Location(s)

Online

Local WIB

7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County

Name of Credential

Recovery Coach certification by the IAPRC

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

Financial Aid is not offered at this time.

Refund Policy

Students may request a refund within 10 days of their program start date by contacting their Student Advisor or submitting an ACT Program Enrollment Change Form. After 10 days, refunds are exceptions only and may include fees. Some programs are non-refundable. Students may be charged for unreturned or damaged materials. https://support.ed2go.com/partners/s/article/Drops-Refunds-Advanced-Career-Training-Programs

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

In-State Tuition

$2,295.00

Out-of-State/District Tuition

$2,295.00

Total In-State Program Cost

$2,295.00

Total Out-of-State Program Cost

$2,295.00

Demand Occupation(s)

21-1015.00Rehabilitation Counselors
$22.17 per hour

Provider Status

Approved

Address

777 S Novus Pl, Novus Center, Suite 320, Tempe, Arizona 85281

Phone Number

(844) 353-7856

Web Address

https://careertraining.careercatalyst.asu.edu/training-programs/professional-recovery-coach/

Last Updated

Feb 12, 2026

Created

Dec 19, 2025

Renewal

Feb 12, 2027

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