Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP) Exam Information and Practicum

1. Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner(CPRP) Exam Information and Practicum September 2010 Presented by: Glenda Carter (CPRP) - FCMHS Rob Yeo (CPRP) - FCMHS

2. Agenda • CPRP Overview • Certification - What’s in it for you? • PSR in Action • How your organization can support certification efforts • Panel Discussion

3. Certification - What’s in it for you? • Credentials (to be recognized as a competent practitioner) • Code of ethics and standards for the provision of services delivered • Opportunity to participate (look up,?) • Verifies credibility to consumers, families, employers, stakeholders, verifies that you know what you are doing • Increased opportunities for employment

4. Preparing for the CPRP Exam • Mastery of the Psychiatric Rehabilitation Principles • Understanding of the seven practice domains and the ability to demonstrate associated knowledge and skills • A thorough understanding of Code of Ethics

5. Principles of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Mastery of the Psychiatric Rehabilitation Principles Think of the principles as the “compass” that guides you during the exam.

6. Mastery of the Principles Rank your current level of mastery (one being lower and five being higher) • I have not read the list of psychiatric rehabilitation principles • I have read the list but can’t replicate the list or discuss their importance • I have committed the principles to memory and can list and discuss their importance • I explore the relevance of the principles through readings and ongoing study of best practices in psychiatric rehabilitation • I use the principles to guide my ongoing relationships with people I serve. I conscientiously apply them in my day-to-day planning, decision-making, and problem solving.

7. Practice Domains • There are seven Domains • Each Domain has associated knowledge and skills that a CPRP must demonstrate • You will need to review the Seven USPRA Certification Exam Blue Prints and let them serve as a guide throughout your study period

8. Seven Practice Domains • Domain I: Interpersonal Competencies……..…..….20% = 30 items • Domain II: Professional Role Competencies….…...13% = 20 items • Domain III: Community Integration…………..……….13% = 20 items • Domain IV: Assessment Planning and Outcomes …15% = 22 Items • Domain V: Interventions and goal achievements….17% = 25 items • Domain VI: Systems Competencies……………………....9% = 13 items • Domain VII: Diversity and Cultural Competencies..13% = 20 items

9. Code of Ethics • Think of the Code of Ethics as “rules of the road” that support your decisions when selecting an answer. a copy of the Code of Ethics can be found on the www.uspra.org

10. PSR in Action • Walk the Talk... GroupExercise

11. Group exercise • 1) circle the appropriate answer • 2A) review the domain (s) and determine which domain applies • 2B) review the PSR Principles and determine which ones apply

12. How Your Organization Can Support CertificationEfforts • Study Groups • Resource Materials • Potential for Financial Assistance • Recognition in the Hiring Process • Recognition Programs

13. What is not on the exam • Your personal opinions • Your job description or assigned duties • The services provided by your agency • The local mental health system’s policies and regulations • What would be possible in an ideal world

14. Panel Discussion • Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioners are ready to answer your questions… Sue Carr - Certification Commissioner Marcie McCann – Vocational Coordinator Rob Yeo – Manager Acct Services Glenda Carter – Manager Vocational Services

15. RESOURCES • Role delineation study • On line study course • Reference text books • Additional articles • U.S. policy on website • Study groups– new workbook • Practice test • Conferences and other training events

16. Preparing for the CPRP EXAM The CPRP credential after your name is a sign of your commitment to your profession and places you in the ranks of nationally recognized Psychiatric Rehabilitation providers. Good luck with your studies