- Inclusive & Relatable: How to meet people where they are, honoring diverse experiences and cultural contexts.
- Resourceful & Engaging: Tools for navigating systems of care and connecting people to resources.
- Dedicated & Trustworthy: Building authentic, peer-to-peer relationships grounded in transparency and compassion.
- Ethics and boundaries
- Motivational interviewing
- Recovery planning
- Advocacy and resource navigation
Recovery Coach Academy (RCA)
Minnesota Recovery Connection’s Recovery Coach Academy (RCA) exists to make ongoing recovery a more accessible experience for all. As the first and oldest Recovery Community Organization in Minnesota, we bring lived experience, relational support, and trusted training to individuals and organizations committed to strengthening recovery communities.
Recovery Through Relationship
The RCA is more than just a training—it’s about recovery through relationship. Built on the lived experience of peers, the Class equips participants with the tools, empathy, and cultural sensitivity needed to walk alongside individuals on any pathway to recovery.
We believe recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all, and our training reflects that: empowering you to reduce stigma, increase access, and serve as a steady partner in ongoing recovery journeys.
What You’ll Learn
Why MRC’s RCA?
With over a decade of leadership as Minnesota’s trusted Recovery Community Organization, MRC has built a reputation for empowering enduring recovery. Our trainers are not only certified but bring lived experience and deep compassion to every session.
We don’t just teach skills—we help you embody the values of recovery coaching: equity, empathy, and empowerment.
The Recovery Coach Academy (RCA) uses a Minnesota Certification Board (MCB)–approved curriculum, designed to prepare participants for Peer Recovery Specialist certification and careers in peer recovery support.
Scholarship Opportunities
Minnesota Recovery Connection is committed to removing barriers for individuals transitioning into a career in peer recovery support. To help make the Recovery Coach Academy (RCA) accessible, we offer limited scholarship opportunities for those who are unable to cover full tuition or secure other funding.
Full Tuition Scholarships
To qualify for a full tuition scholarship, applicants must complete 50 volunteer hours with Minnesota Recovery Connection prior to enrollment.
Partial Tuition Scholarships
Partial scholarships are available with a $300 out-of-pocket contribution. Eligibility requires 25 volunteer hours with Minnesota Recovery Connection prior to enrollment.
Please note: All scholarships are subject to a $50 materials fee, which covers books and course materials. Scholarship availability is limited per class, and scholarships are not guaranteed. We encourage applicants to explore other funding avenues, including community partners and employers.
For more details or questions about scholarships, please contact Caddy Frink at caddy@minnesotarecovery.org
Register today and join us in building legacies of long-term recovery.
When the journey is ongoing, the support should be too. Whether you are seeking to become a certified Peer Recovery Specialist or to strengthen recovery supports within your organization, MRC’s Recovery Coach Academy is your pathway to making a difference.
Recovery Coach Academy – Upcoming Class
March 23–27, 2026
Location: In-person at MRC office
Cost: $850
Application Window:
• Opens: February 9
• Closes: March 6
Group Interviews:
• March 17 | 9:00–10:30 AM
• March 18 | 10:00–11:30 AM
• March 18 | 3:00–4:30 PM
