Yes
Nevada still has only one designation for PRSS as previously stated. We do now have 2 endorsements: Problem Gambling and Trauma Informed Care. To obtain an endorsement, individuals most already be certified PRSS for 1 year and complete specialized trainings in the topic. There are no acronyms for the endorsements, just a separate certificate.
A high school diploma or jurisdictionally certified high school equivalency is required.
Individuals with lived experience in recovery from substance use, mental health, or co-occurring challenges.
Must be in recovery for at least two years prior to certification. Recovery is characterized by continual growth and improvement in one’s health and wellness that may involve setbacks. Because setbacks are a natural part of life, resilience becomes a key component of recovery.
None for training community training track. If applicant chooses University Training track they must meet University of Nevada, Reno's admission requirements
No requirement to take the training. Certification requirements are: complete training, have a HS diploma or equivalent, 18 years old, live/work in NV 51% of time, complete 475 experience hours, complete 25 supervision hours, pass exam, and pay fees
Peer Recovery Support Specialist Training Course through Foundation for Recovery is free CASAT offers an online, self-paced: Peer Support Specialist 101 for $99 and an in-person training, cost unknown.
Individual
N/A
Yes, applications are required to pass the IC&RC Peer Recovery Examination
500 hours of volunteer or paid work experience specific to the domains of: Advocacy, Mentoring/Education, Recovery/Wellness Support, Ethical Responsibility. (If individual is completing the University training track they only need to complete 200 hours of field experience)
Must complete 25 hours of supervision specific to the 4 domains. Supervision must be provided by an organization's documented and qualified supervisory staff per job description. The NCB PR Certification Board must approve all supervisors. (*Same amount of supervised hours required of University training track)
Applicant must agree to adhere to the Nevada Certification Board's peer recovery specific code of ethics.
NCB does not require criminal background checks, although Medicaid does for reimbursement
Initial Certification is $165 which includes the cost of the exam
No
No
Yes
Nevada Certification Board
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 14220
Reno, NV 89507
Phone: 775-784-6203
Email: [email protected]
Foundations for Recovery: https://forrecovery.org/recovery-support-services/peer-support/
UNR: https://casat.org/peer-support-specialist-certificate/
Foundation for Recovery training seems to be offered a few times per year. CASAT online course offered year-round
Vendors must complete a training application and submit to NCB. They are provided the curriculum requirements.
20 hours of continuing education must be earned every two years, including 6 hours in ethics
Individual
Nevada still has only one designation for PRSS as previously stated. We do now have 2 endorsements: Problem Gambling and Trauma Informed Care. To obtain an endorsement, individuals most already be certified PRSS for 1 year and complete specialized trainings in the topic. There are no acronyms for the endorsements, just a separate certificate.
Nevada still has only one designation for PRSS as previously stated. We do now have 2 endorsements: Problem Gambling and Trauma Informed Care. To obtain an endorsement, individuals most already be certified PRSS for 1 year and complete specialized trainings in the topic. There are no acronyms for the endorsements, just a separate certificate.
Yes
Medicaid - Chapter 400 (specifically 403.6F)
Yes, NV allows virtual services.
NPLAC no longer exists
Jordan Baez, PRSS Coordinator [email protected]
Not specific to Peers, although many conferences provide CEUs for Peers or Peer tracks
N/A
N/A
Nevada Certification Board is an IC&RC affiliate organization so the certification requirements are dictated by them. As for the training curriculum, there are currently 3 that are approved and all 3 were developed by those with lived experience of addiction/recovery.
NCB does not require criminal background checks, although Medicaid does for reimbursement
350 (2024)
Vendors must complete a training application and submit to NCB. They are provided the curriculum requirements.
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