Home Mail Login
You are here: CPS Certification/Recertification > Exam Information > Additional Study Guide

IC&RC is please to inform you of a new Prevention Study Guide that is now available for free to candidates preparing for their IC&RC Prevention Specialist examination.

The Rhode Island Prevention Specialist Certification: Study Guide for the Certification Exam was developed by the Rhode Island Prevention Resource Center with the assistance of the Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH).

 

PLEASE NOTE:::: THE EXAMINATION REFERENCE LIST ON PAGES 92-94 of the above mentioned STUDY GUIDE is outdated.  USE THE STUDY GUIDE listed within the IC&RC CANDIDATE GUIDE

The first half of the guide summarizes key concepts and strategies so that users can review content areas essential to prevention practice including:

  • public health approaches to prevention in behavioral health
  • prevention theories and strategies
  • strategic planning for prevention
  • cultural competence in prevention
  • coalition development
  • communication strategies
  • ATOD-effects of drugs on the brain
  • ethical issues in prevention
     

The remainder of the guide is comprised of practice activities including over 50 sample questions, along with an answer key and explanations of the correct responses. Two worksheets and a set of flashcards for study-on-the-go are also included, along with an extensive glossary, a list of acronyms, and references to consult for more in-depth review of important topics. Study tips and test-taking strategies are also provided.

While the guide was specifically developed for use by those seeking certification in Rhode Island, the Prevention Specialist Examination is a international examination making this guide applicable to anyone preparing for IC&RC\'s Prevention Specialist Exam.