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      How to Convert your Peer Certification from Wales to Texas Certification Board (TCB).

      If you need help transferring your certification from Wales to TCB please view the information below.

      Wales (aka TexasPeers.org) is no longer an existing certifying body in Texas. All of the certifications from Wales will need to be transferred to the current and only certifying body in Texas, The Texas Certification Board (TCB).

      To transfer certification (s) and/or renew your MHPS, RSPS and/or PSS certifications from Wales to TCB  please follow the instructions below. 

      Peer Renewal from Wales to TCB Instructions

      Step A. 

      1. Find the MHPS, RSPS, or PSS printable Renewal Application. For the MHPS renewal click here to access downloadable version. For the RSPS renewal click here to access downloadable version. For the PSS renewal application click here to access. 
      2. Print the downloadable application that you are wanting to submit. You will need to complete the information and gather the requested documents. 
      3. You will need to submit the following documents with your TCB application. They are as follows:
        1. Completed TCB Renewal Application
        2. Wales Certification. If you do not have a copy of your Wales Peer certification please contact us and we can give you your Wales certification number and expiration date. 
        3. Photo Copy of Texas DL or government issued ID to verify who you are.
        4. Documentation of your continuing education unit (CEU) certificates of completion. Please refer to the renewal categories for acceptable CEU renewal topics.  You will need a total of 20 CEU credits for the MHPS and RSPS renewal. Three (3) of the credits must be in ethics. For the PSS renewal you will be required to complete twenty (20) continuing education hours of Peer specialist supervisor continuing education, including six hours of peer specialist supervision and leadership training by a TCB approved CEU provider (refer to TCB renewal application for acceptable CEU topics).
        5. You will need to complete an FBI Background Check with IdentoGO. Once you have the results from your background check, you will need to include the results with your application submission.  
          For information on how to complete your IdentoGO criminal history report, please see FBI Fingerprinting Background Check article on how to schedule, complete your appointment and retrieve your results. 
        6. Signed copy of Assurances and Releases form. 
        7. Signed copy of Code of Ethics.
        8. The renewal fee is $60 (this does not include late fees). If you are submitting your renewal application between 6-12 months the fee is $110. It is $210 for more than a year late. You will need to include your payment method information on your renewal application. 

      Step B. 

      Create and send and email to admin@tcbap.org with title, "Wales Transfer and Renewal Documents for (Add your full legal name as it appears on your state certification)".

      Attach the following to this email:

      1. The TCB MHPS, RSPS and/or PSS Renewal Application with all supporting documents.
      2. Copy of Wales Peer Certification. If you do not have a copy of your Wales certification you can provide them with your Wales certification number and expiration date. 
      3. Proof of 20 CEU credits (3 in ethics) for the MHPS and RSPS. For the PSS you will need 20 CEU credits, six (6) of the CEU credits must be for peer specialist supervision and leadership training.
      4. Results of Background Check. Make sure you include all the pages for your criminal background report. 
      5. Payment method information for State Application  Processing Fee. 

      Please allow TCB 30-days to review and respond to your email. If you do not hear from them by the 30-day mark you may send them a response email (on same original email communication thread) to inquire on the status of your application being accepted. By using the same email thread it helps them locate your submission information and see the time frame for your communications with them.

      Transferring your original Peer Certification from Wales to TCB Instructions

      A.  You will need to gather all of your peer specialist certification documents you originally submitted to Wales and prepare them to submit to TCB. 

      You will need the following documents if you are transferring your peer certification prior to your Wales expiration date. You will need to have the following documents for submission. 

      1. Completed MHPS, RSPS or PSS TCB applications. For the MHPS click here to access and download. For the RSPS click here to access and download. For the PSS click here to access and download. 
      2. Copy of State Application (From Wales). If you do not have your original application please submit your Wales Peer Certification Certificate. If you do not have either one please include your Wales Peer certification number and expiration date. 
      3. Copy of your State or Government Issued ID
      4. Copy of your Attestation of Completion for the HHS Self Assessment and Orientation. Click here to visit the HHS page. The PDF form for the Self Assessment and Orientation is under the category "Next Steps" on this page. You will need to print, add your name, date and sign the form.
      5. Transcripts for proof of your highest level of education completed. Must be GED or higher. 
      6. Copy of 1-Day Core Certificate.
      7. Copy of 5-Day Training Certificate. 
      8. You will need to complete an FBI Background Check with IdentoGO. Once you have the results from your background check you will need to include them with your application submission. Background check results must not be older than 30-days. If it exceeds the 30-days TCB will require you to complete a new criminal background check. 
        For information on how to complete your IdentoGO criminal history report, please see FBI Fingerprinting Background Check article on how to schedule, complete your appointment and retrieve your results. 
      9. Supervision Recommendation Letter regarding completion of 250 Hours
      10. You will need to pay the State Application Processing Fee. The fee is $60 if you do not hold a current peer certification with TCB. If you currently hold either an MHPS, RSPS or PSS the fee for the second and/or additional certification is reduced to $20. 

      Once you gather all your documents and put them in the suggested order, you will be ready to email your request for transferring your Peer Certification from Wales to TCB.

      Here is a sample email below: 

      Hello Texas Certification Board (TCB), 

      I have completed all my necessary requirements for my Peer Specialist certification. I originally sent all the attached documents to Wales, but never received a response. I was informed to email TCB. Attached to this email you will find the following documents:   

      1. TCB Completed application and a copy of my Wales original application and/or State Certification issued by Wales.
      2. Copy of my State/Government Issued ID
      3. Attestation of Completion. Must be signed and dated.
      4. Proof of highest level of education completed. GED or higher. 
      5. Copy of 1-Day Core Certificate.
      6. Copy of 5-Day Training Certificate. 
      7. Results of FBI Background Check. 
      8. State Application Processing Fee (Payment information is listed on your TCB application). If you are using a PeerForce voucher letter you will add it to your packet for submission. They will not process your request without payment. 

      * 7. Supervision Recommendation Letter regarding completion of 250 Hours (*If completed hours only). 

      If you need any additional information or have any questions, please feel free to contact me. 

      Respectfully,

      (Your name here)

      Note: You will send this email and supporting documents to admin@tcbap.org.