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International ReEntry Peer Specialist Certification® (IRPS) Application

Join a global community of reentry peer specialists supporting formerly incarcerated individuals on their journey of recovery and reentry. Via Hope has launched the International Reentry Peer Specialist Certification® for RPS credential-holders and will serve as the certifying organization for this credential. The International Reentry Peer Specialist Certification® is part of the global response to achieving more equitable outcomes for system impacted individuals.

About this application:

  • The application fee is $175
  • Texas applicants must be active JI-RPS in the Texas Certification Board system and maintain certification according to TCB requirements
  • Applicants from outside Texas must complete Via Hope’s RPS Certification Training prior to this application
  • Participants will receive confirmation of their application and next steps via email

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