Beginner
Understanding Mutual Support Groups
A 4-hour beginner-level course providing a comprehensive overview of mutual support groups, including 12-step programs and alternative recovery communities. Examines the principles, formats, and therapeutic value of peer-based recovery support, preparing practitioners to effectively integrate mutual aid referrals into client treatment plans in Canadian settings.
Lifetime accessCertificate of completion15 lessonsMobile & desktop
12-Step & Mutual SupportIndigenous Communities
$40CAD
4 CEU hrs
What you'll learn
Define mutual support groups and explain the evidence-based therapeutic mechanisms that make peer-led recovery effective
Distinguish between 12-step programs (AA, NA) and alternative recovery communities (SMART Recovery, LifeRing) in the Canadian context
Assess client readiness and make informed, evidence-based referrals to appropriate mutual aid groups
Integrate mutual support group participation into comprehensive treatment plans
Address barriers to access and support sustained engagement in peer-based recovery
