Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS)
The CRPS credential is built for professionals utilizing their lived experience to support, mentor, and advocate for individuals navigating the recovery journey from substance use and mental health conditions. Our CRPS training covers the core performance domains of the role, including advocacy, mentoring, recovery support, and professional responsibility. In accordance with Florida Certification Board (FCB) standards, our training is delivered exclusively via compliant self-paced online courses; "homestudy" formats are no longer accepted. To successfully verify learning and earn a certificate of completion, participants must pass a post-test with a minimum score of 70% and complete a Level One evaluation (attitude questionnaire).
Trauma Informed Care Principles and Practice (6 Contact Hours)
Master the core principles of trauma-informed care to enhance client safety and therapeutic engagement.
Analyze the neurological and behavioral impacts of trauma to better conceptualize client presentation.
Implement evidence-based strategies to avoid re-traumatizing clients within the behavioral health system.
Managing Behavioral Crises and Suicide Prevention (6 Contact Hours)
Learn to execute comprehensive suicide risk assessments using validated tools like the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale.
Master verbal de-escalation techniques to safely manage agitated clients and prevent physical behavioral emergencies.
Formulate collaborative safety plans that empower clients and restrict access to lethal means.