Certified Peer Recovery Mentor (CPRM)
Applicant attests to lived experience as an adult who is in reocvery from SUD. Lived experience refers to a representation of the experiences and choices of a given person, and the knowledge that they gain from these experiences and choices.
The career ladder is designed to advance upward. It is not permissible to step down the ladder from any level. The CPRM is an entry level on the career path. The Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) is the advanced level.
PERFORMANCE DOMAINS
- Advocacy
- Mentoring
- Recovery Support
- Professional Responsibility
CERTIFICATION FEES
- Certification Application: $50 ($10 if a CCAPP individual member)
STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS
- Cannot be a certified counselor or licensed professional. If you are certified or licensed you may be eligible for the Professional Recovery Coach
- High School Diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED)
- 100 hours of supervised work and/or volunteer experience providing peer-to-peer recovery support services
- 40 hours of content-specific training from an approved provider
- 2 letters of recommendation for certification at least one of which must be professional. References must accompany
- Attest to lived experience and in recovery from addiction. A letter of what recovery means to you. For ideas and support go to www.freestylerecovery.com
- No exam required
- Submit all required CPRM certification forms and fees
MAINTAINING CERTIFICATION
- Complete 20 continuing education credits including 6 in peer recovery ethics from an BHAP or CCAPP approved provider prior to CPRM expiration
- Follow the Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialists (CPRS) or Certified Peer Recovery Mentor (CPRM) Code of Conduct
- Renewal due every 2 years
40 Hour Approved Education Providers
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