CalMHSA Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Fee Waiver Program
| Date: | March 18, 2026 |
| From: | Health Plan of San Joaquin/Mountain Valley Health Plan (“Health Plan”) |
| To: | Health Plan All Providers |
| Type: | Informational/Educational |
| Subject: | CalMHSA Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Fee Waiver Program |
| Business: | Medi-Cal Managed Care |
California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) is offering a limited Fee Waiver Program to support individuals pursuing Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist (CMPSS) certification as part of its commitment to strengthening the behavioral health workforce.
Fee waivers are available for individuals applying for the CMPSS certification to help cover application and exam fees, as well as core competency training and certification renewal fees. Fee waivers are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to availability.
For more information and how to apply, please visit the following links:
- https://www.capeercertification.org/fee-waiver-2026/
- https://www.capeercertification.org/how-to-apply/
Please email any questions to PeerCertification@CalMHSA.org
If you have any further questions, please contact your Provider Services Representative, or call our Customer Service Department at 1-888-936-PLAN (7526). You may also visit https://www.hpsj.com/alerts/ for online access to the documents shared. The most recent information about Health Plan and our services is always available on our website www.hpsj-mvhp.org
