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Prevention

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A prevention professional is a person who possesses and utilizes a unique knowledge and skill base to assist the public for whom the prevention of addiction is a primary concern. This knowledge and skill base may be acquired through a combination of specialized education and supervised work experience.

The FCB sets the standards for numerous levels of certification for addiction professionals in Florida.  The three levels of classification in this category are:

CAAPP-1 - Certified Associate Addiction Prevention Professional-1 (PDF)

CAAPP-2 - Certified Associate Addiction Prevention Professional-2 (PDF)

Certified Addiction Prevention Professional (PDF)

Eligibility Requirements

Each Certified Addiction Prevention Professional classification has its own educational eligibility requirements. All college/university degrees and hours must be earned through an accredited college/university that is recognized through the American Council on Education (DOE). An eligible supervisor (cannot be a spouse) must either have a CAPP/CAP or be licensed according to Chapter 458, 459, 490 or 491, Florida Statutes (FL Senate).

Skill Areas

Individuals seeking certification in any of the three Certified Addiction Prevention Professional classifications must demonstrate training and supervised practical experience in the following 14 areas:

1. Needs assessment
2. Evaluation
3. Program development
4. Teaching/training
5. Consultation
6. Early intervention
7. Reports and record keeping
8. Advocacy
9. Linkages
10. Resource development
11. Working with the media
12. Written communication
13. Public speaking
14. Ethics

Florida Specific Exam

This exam ($50 fee) measures proficiency in the following areas:

1. Documentation
2. Treatment services
3. Professional responsibility
4. Screening, intake, and orientation
5. Prevention services
6. Criminal justice services
7. Case management and referral

International Prevention Exam

This exam ($75 fee) measures proficiency in the following areas:

1. Program coordination
2. Community organization
3. Planning and evaluation
4. Education training
5. Public policy
6. Professional growth and responsibility