PEER RECOVERY - BECOMING A CPRS

This interactive course offers peers an opportunity to deepen their understand in all of the domains

(Advocacy, Ethics, Wellness & Recovery and Mentoring & Education). This course goes over the

basics of Peer Support, Being a Recovery Coach and you will also go over information as well as practice

questions to prepare you for the state CPRS exam.

The beginning of the course provides step by step directions on how to complete the application for

the CPRS through the MABPCB website. There is specific details on the CPRS requirements, the

process, the application (step by step screen shots from the new website is provided) and the state

exam. In addition, we incorporated test taking strategies and tips, CPRS Major Concepts, Skill

Areas, and Definitions, The Role of Peer Support in Recovery, Relationship Building and

Communication Skills for Peer Recovery Specialists, Boundaries and Ethical Issues, Supporting Recovery

and Wellness Practice Exam Questions.