Certified Recovery Specialist

This classification is to recognize the work done by recovering individuals in the community on a peer to peer basis. The primary function of the CRS is to help individuals gain access to needed resources in the community by assisting them in overcoming barriers and helping them bridge gaps between their needs and available resources.

CRS REQUIREMENTS ARE AS FOLLOWS:

High school diploma/GED required and must be documented. If candidate has a college degree, documentation required is an official transcript and can be provided in lieu of high school/GED.

54 hours of education/training:
        18 hours must be in Recovery Management
        12 hours must be in Education and Advocacy
        12 hours must be in Professional Ethics and Responsibility
        6 hours must be in Confidentiality
        6 hours remaining can be any training relevant to the field of addiction that is PCB approved

Pass a written exam.

Submission of application, all documentation, and fee.

CRS is a 2 year credential and must be recertified.

TRAININGS

 

Pro-A trainings

Pro-Act trainings

 

APPLICATIONS

RECOVERY SPECIALIST
	CRS Application for Certified Recovery Specialist

EXAM CANDIDATE GUIDE
	CRS Written Exam