Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) Practice Exam

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• Peer recovery support is provided by which group?
• Which of the following describes the supports offered by peer recovery specialists beyond emotional support?
• How many pathways to recovery are there?
• Which principle involves supporting peers to make their own choices?
• Which of the following is one of the four common boundary violations?
• Trauma-informed care emphasizes safety in which domains?
• Which ethical guideline states that peer support should be based on mutual and reciprocal relations?
• Peer support is described as which of the following phrases?
• Which stage of the five stages is Commitment to Change?
• Peer supports are described as open minded. Which option best represents this trait?
• Recovery is culturally based and influenced. Which option best represents this idea?
• In Crisis Intervention, which concept helps manage tense situations?
• The fear behind all fears is that we are afraid that we will not be able to ________ that will arise if we face a particular fear.
• Summarizing is used to do what?
• Which statement best captures Scope of Practice?
• The truth teller role of a peer recovery specialist is best described as providing which?
• To support a person in recovery, which resource should you draw on first?
• In the second conflict communication line, which word completes: 'Relate - the other's position, values and concerns to your ________ as a peer'?
• Which statement accurately describes a limitation of a peer recovery specialist's role?
• Which principle asserts that participation in peer support is voluntary?
• The four dimensions of recovery are part of which framework?
• Which of the following best describes the principle that recovery is holistic?
• Which term best describes the knowledge about cultures gained by asking and sharing experiences?
• Wellness recovery plans include a list of triggers and warning signs that things are moving in the wrong direction, away from your goals and desired outcomes.
• Code of Ethical Conduct: Service ______________--
• In the Action component, which phrase completes 'has ________ to ________ the change' to indicate planning?
• What is the relationship of 'fears' to 'comfort zones'?
• Which statement best describes the peer role during crisis?
• Peer supports are described as which of the following?
• Code of Ethical Conduct: C__________________________________
• Which statement best describes Personal Development in the Code of Ethical Conduct?
• How many barriers to recovery are identified in the material?
• Crisis Intervention - Recognize signs and symptoms of distress.
• In the statement about outcomes, the sentence ends with which word: 'life to be ______'?
• Which scenario demonstrates proper termination and referral?
• Which stage of the five stages is associated with Change is Possible?
• Maintenance: The person has maintained the new behavior consistently for over 6 months and has made the new behavior habitual.
• What is the danger in the Impact of Illness stage?
• Ethics will assist you to maintain what type of safety for yourself and your family?
• Which option best describes 'explain individual advocacy' within VA Core Competencies?
• When listening, you should acknowledge which aspect to show understanding?
• Recovery is supported by which of the following groups?
• Establishing a Trust-Based Relationship: Which action demonstrates reliability in a professional relationship?
• Which statement best describes how a CPRS should present themselves to peers and the community?
• What is the third characteristic of good questions?
• Code of Ethical Conduct: Sharing __________ _______________________ ______________
• In the core guidelines, peer support is described as being which of the following?
• In VA Core Competencies for Promoting services, supports & strategies, which are the recovery knowledge areas described?
• Peer supports are described as which of the following?
• Crisis Intervention - Recognize various crisis & emergency situations.
• Peer recovery support is the process of giving & receiving which type of assistance to help in the process of recovery?
• Effective listening: listen with my ______ but also with my ______.
• In the OARS framework, what does the A represent?
• Which two substance use disorders have medications that are FDA approved to treat them?
• In PICBA, which step requires selecting the 1-2 best solutions and identifying the actions to begin?
• Which term describes the problem-solving function of a peer recovery specialist?
• Which verb completes the phrase 'to ________ the change' in the Action component?
• How many principles are included in Wellness recovery plans?
• Which element describes the obligation to protect personal information in the peer support relationship?
• Ethics will help you avoid falling into which role?
• To address ambivalence, you should ask ______ questions to ______.
• In trauma-informed practice, which question is appropriate to begin with when someone has experienced trauma?
• Which option correctly reflects the guideline for sexual conduct with former clients?
• Which statement is NOT one of the four major recovery dimensions?
• What is the second characteristic of good questions?
• In wellness recovery plans, which element is encouraged to be included to enhance enjoyment and motivation?
• In ethics and boundaries, which principle should you recognize to protect a client's privacy?
• Recovery involves which combination of elements?
• Wellness is not merely the absence of disease; it includes the presence of purpose in life and active involvement in satisfying work, relationships, and a healthy environment.
• Which of the following is NOT a boundary violation?
• Which of the following is listed as a barrier to recovery?
• Which barrier involves agreeing before understanding completely?
• Which organizational structure should be used to escalate ethical concerns within an agency?
• Which barrier to recovery is described as poor understanding of mental illness?
• Which stage is described as Moving Beyond and involves taking action?
• Within the VA Core Competencies, the current body of MH/SUD knowledge defines recovery as involving which two conditions?
• Which organizational tool is used to address ethical issues by following the proper chain of command?
• Which set of terms should you use to highlight an important asset in recovery?
• Purpose is defined as which of the following?
• What is described by the Brainstorm step?
• Barriers to effective listening include listening selectively.
• Which core value is described as honoring an individual's goals and choices in care?
• Do all people go through all the stages of change?
• Which statement describes avoiding conflicts of interest?
• Which statement is true about peer recovery support?
• Which statement reflects accepting money or items from clients?
• Boundaries in a PRS relationship protect which parties?
• What are the four major dimensions that support a life in recovery?
• Which of the following is one of the four common boundary violations?
• Which four items complete the Personal Development statement in the Code of Ethical Conduct?
• In self-care, which statement is correct?
• In guiding a client to set a goal in a dissatisfying life-area, which phrase completes the prompt 'What are you ________?'
• Which pairing describes the role of a peer recovery specialist who serves as a role model and mentor?
• In building trust, which action demonstrates reliability?
• Which is described as a core resource among the eight principles?
• Which practice is most closely associated with encouraging a person's self-worth in recovery?
• Which statement describes the primary function of a decision-support tool in peer recovery?
• Which statement aligns with confidentiality guidelines when working with peers?
• Which practice supports collaborative decision-making with peers?
• Which barrier involves the listener trying to solve a problem while the peer is talking?
• Ethical guidelines for a PRS require avoiding which form of behavior?
• What is stage 2 of the five stages of the recovery process?
• Which practice is considered a key way to validate a person's experience during recovery?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of identifying a support network in a wellness recovery plan?
• In the Actions step, what must you do?
• Which term best captures the reciprocal nature of peer support?
• What term defines the appropriate interactions between a peer recovery specialist and a peer with whom they are working?
• Which prompt completes 'When do you ________?'
• In a wellness recovery plan, calling on whom is recommended for support, encouragement, socializing, and fun?
• Which core value is described as being centered on the individual's preferences and decisions?
• Which component refers to what you learned?
• Which two-word phrase indicates prioritizing the client's recovery over other concerns?
• What term describes the knowledge and skills needed to understand and work respectfully with diverse cultures?
• Expressing empathy and acceptance in motivational interviewing helps to build what?
• Which term describes the standard of behavior expected from peers in interactions?
• In the recovery process, at which stage are people most vulnerable to re-traumatization?
• In trauma-informed care, the intended outcomes include restoring a sense of what?
• Effective listening: acknowledge emotional state
• Which concept is essential for sustainable professional practice and personal well-being?
• Which term describes an ongoing process of change toward health and wellness?
• What is the primary aim of identifying a support system in a wellness recovery plan?
• Effective listening requires focusing attention on the speaker. Which option completes this principle?
• In OA(R)S, which technique corresponds to the R?
• What should professionals establish with other professionals to coordinate care?
• Which action aligns with law and integrity in interactions with peers?
• Which pair of goals is emphasized in wellness recovery plans?
• In the wellness recovery plan, the term 'call on' is best understood as which action?
• Which phrase completes the prompt 'What do you ________?' that asks about what a person does not like about a situation?
• Which component refers to current actions to maintain your goal?
• Crisis Intervention - Which concept is associated with preventing self-harm during crisis?
• Which adjective best describes the statement of reasons for wanting to recover included in the eight principles?
• In motivational interviewing, what should be avoided to prevent resistance?
• Which core principle emphasizes that peer support is relationship focused?
• Which of the following is prohibited when interacting with people I serve?
• Wellness recovery plans include 8 principles: both short and long term goals.
• Which three elements are included in the VA Core Competencies for Promoting?
• In the Action component of a recovery plan, which phrase best completes 'The person has ________ to the change'?
• Which statement best describes the peer specialist's role in goals for recovery?
• Which scenario would disqualify a CPRS from providing services?
• Establishing a Trust-Based Relationship: Which phrase describes the role you model for others?
• Which list correctly lists the five stages of change?
• Which principle ensures power and influence are shared between the peer and the person served?
• True or False: An important role of the peer specialist is to create goals for individuals in recovery.
• Which area is identified under the VA Core Competencies as part of knowledge of MH/SUD language and terms?
• Crisis Intervention - Knowledge of peer role during crisis
• Why are boundaries important in relationships?
• Which concept describes peer support as being guided by the ongoing focus on building a collaborative and respectful relationship?
• In PICBA, which step is described as client-directed and generates 5-7 possible ways to solve the problem?
• Which action is required when you observe a Code of Ethics violation by another CPRS?
• Barriers to effective listening: working on a ________ while peer is still talking.
• Recovery is described as being which of the following?
• Which option is not listed as part of the eight wellness principles?
• Barriers to effective listening: changing the __________.
• Which set correctly lists the four major dimensions that support a life in recovery?
• The most basic value of peer support is that people ________.
• Motivational interviewing emphasizes expressing which two attitudes to build rapport?
• Which dimension is NOT part of the four major dimensions of recovery?
• After asking 'What would you rather be doing?', which follow-up question completes the prompt 'What is ________?'
• Integrity - I will not terminate services to a peer w/out his/her knowledge and will make a ______ for continued services when appropriate.
• Wellness elements: which combination is identified as part of wellness?
• Code of Ethical Conduct: C_______________________ (actions)
• In a wellness recovery plan, the 'support system' is best described as:
• What term refers to a system of shared values, traditions, norms, customs, art, history, folklore, and institutions shaping world views and community life?
• Which acronym stands for the five basic steps to problem solving?
• Which term describes the mentoring function of a peer recovery specialist?
• Barriers to effective listening: automatically __________.
• What should be avoided to maintain fairness and trust in peer relationships?
• Establishing a Trust-Based Relationship: Which practice is identified as key to building trust?
• To comply with policy, a PRS should do which?
• Which activity is explicitly listed as a component of the support system?
• Which role focuses on connecting individuals to services and supports?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four components described for the support system in a wellness recovery plan?
• Which practice involves asking about and sharing experiences to understand different health and recovery perspectives?
• If I feel something may violate a boundary, what should I do?
• Which statement reflects a multisensory approach to listening?
• Which element is explicitly named as a benefit of the support system in a wellness recovery plan?
• Which barrier occurs when the subject is changed before the peer is finished?
• Which behavior should be avoided to maintain professional boundaries in recovery work?
• Which term most directly describes the group you can rely on for non-professional support in a wellness recovery plan?
• Which of the following is one of the four common boundary violations?
• Which statement best describes knowledge of current research trends within MH/SUD core competencies?
• In Active Listening, what should you be?
• Maintenance stage: which statement best reflects its meaning in behavior change?
• Which major knowledge area is explained under Promoting services, supports & strategies?
• Which statement correctly describes the restriction on giving religious guidance?
• In the VA Core Competencies, knowledge of key language and terms is part of which knowledge domain?
• Which outcome describes identifying dissatisfaction when a real recovery goal cannot be set?
• Which type of statement is included in the eight principles to express reasons for wanting to recover and achieve wellness?
• When ambivalent, you should accept the ______.
• To ignite the spark of hope in someone who does not see any possibility, which set of words completes the instruction: Find _____ the person can take to _____ on the _____?
• In wellness recovery planning, which component guides concrete steps after identifying triggers?
• Which statement best describes the meaning of 'call on' in the context of a wellness recovery plan?
• Which principle involves giving peers a real say in outcomes?
• Which option best captures focusing on an individual's strengths rather than deficits?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a role of a peer recovery specialist?
• Peer recovery support provides which kind of support?
• What tool is used to help a peer find their solution to a problem?
• Which type of guidance is outside the scope of a peer recovery specialist?
• Which document should individuals establish to express their treatment preferences in medical care?
• What are the four components needed to tell your recovery story?
• When a peer does not use person-first language, should you correct them?
• Which pair describes the motivational function of a peer recovery specialist?
• Trauma-informed care creates opportunities to rebuild a sense of control and empowerment. Which outcome best describes this effect?
• What is the first characteristic of good questions in this framework?
• Effective listening: be ______.
• What is the Wellness Plan described as in recovery planning?
• Which term is a role of a peer recovery specialist?
• Which of the following is listed as a role of a peer recovery specialist?
• What is the appropriate question to ask someone who has experienced trauma?
• Which type of statement is recommended to acknowledge common ground and promote partnership?
• What should a PRS strive to do when working with peers?
• Peer supports are described as which of the following qualities?
• Empathize means to ...
• Contemplation: The person has some awareness of the need or desire to change behavior and is actively weighing the pros and cons.
• Which option describes the integrity attribute?
• Which option lists the correct sequence of questions after identifying dissatisfaction: 'What would you rather be doing?', 'What is keeping you from doing that?', 'Who can support you in obtaining this goal?'
• What is the implied purpose of listing eight principles in wellness recovery plans?
• Which phrase completes the third characteristic of good questions?
• Establishing a Trust-Based Relationship: Which foundational behavior begins with L?
• Barriers to effective listening: j__________ to c__________.
• In motivational interviewing, identifying discrepancies between a person’s goals and their current behavior helps to
• How should you handle client information to meet ethical standards?
• Which behavior is explicitly prohibited for a PRS when working with a peer?
• Which concept is included in VA Core Competencies as 'explain ________ __________' (two-word concept)?
• What type of questions are described by the acronym ARS?
• Which stage is associated with recognizing that change is possible?
• Recovery has which of the following characteristics?
• Which statement best summarizes the purpose of identifying dissatisfaction in recovery planning?
• Which principle helps prevent burnout and maintain personal well-being while assisting others?
• Which statement describes the purpose of ongoing education in Personal Development?
• Which of the following is NOT a described step of the PICBA framework?
• Which component refers to what you gained?
• Which relationship is discouraged by ethical guidelines for a PRS?
• Which quality supports maintaining dignity and positive regard in interactions?
• What term describes the area addressing self-interest conflicts?
• In Promoting services, supports & strategies, which competency area relates to supporting individuals through recovery planning and setting goals?
• Which technique encourages more information from a peer during ambivalence?
• What does (O)ARS stand for?
• Which of the following are the four types of support offered by peer recovery specialists?
• What cadence do the action plans use in the wellness recovery framework?
• When working with peers, what should you explore rather than giving advice?
• If a client cannot set a real recovery goal, identifying an area of dissatisfaction can help them see areas for possible change and how they want their life to be ________.
• In Active Listening, what should you be?
• Where should you sit to show effective listening?
• Which document guides ethical behavior for peers in the program?
• Which tools are included for managing stress according to the eight principles?
• Boundaries protect which individuals in a PRS relationship?
• In Crisis Intervention, which technique is emphasized to manage tense situations?
• Which behavior is prohibited by ethical guidelines for a PRS?
• Which principle ensures equal treatment for all clients?
• In motivational interviewing, which concept involves helping the person recognize discrepancies between goals and current behavior?
• Effective listening: be i________ & e________.
• In reflective listening, who has the solution?
• Ethical guidelines for a PRS specify that one should be what in interactions?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of PRS ethical guidelines?
• Peer support is described as being focused on which of the following?
• Which action regarding personal contact information is addressed in PRS ethical guidelines?
• What is the purpose of an Advanced Directive in care planning?
• Reflective listening: to turn the question back to the peer, the peer has the solution.
• What does C I stand for in the VA Core Competencies?
• When ambivalent, you should summarize what you have heard.
• Recovery involves which elements according to the 10 principles?
• Effective listening: avoid ________
• Recovery is supported by addressing which issue?
• Which core value emphasizes that the person receiving support should be at the center of decisions?
• What should you do if something may violate a boundary?
• Which boundary violation involves the indulgence of professional privilege?
• Which stage follows Contemplation in the stages of change?
• In the Cost/Benefits step, what is asked about if the problem is not resolved?
• Which phrase completes: 'Effective listening: follow the speaker as if I _____'?
• Which service is not provided by a peer recovery specialist?
• Which quality best describes a peer who listens with understanding and seeks to understand the other's experience?
• Which term corresponds to 'Code of Ethical Conduct: Professional Standards'?
• In the Code of Ethical Conduct, Scope of Practice, which statement completes 'I will not perform ________________ outside of my area of ____________, ____________, ____________, or scope of practice'?
• Pre-contemplation: The person does not see the behavior as a problem, does not see a need for change, and has no intention to change.
• Which two actions complete the phrase for the first conflict communication line: 'Observe' and 'Affirm' the other's position, values, and concerns?
• In OAR(S), which technique does S stand for?
• Self-care for PRS aims to prevent what?
• The voluntary nature of peer support makes it easier to ______ and ______ with another.
• Hope is defined as having both the ability and what else to engage in recovery?
• Why are professional boundaries important in peer recovery work?
• What is the acronym for the five basic steps to problem solving with individuals?
• Code of Ethical Conduct: My ______________ ______________
• Which concept is covered by VA Core Competencies under MH/SUD knowledge?
• Which statement best defines the Health dimension in SAMHSA's recovery framework?
• In Crisis Intervention, which concept helps to manage risk during crisis?
• What foundational element underpins all peer support interactions?
• In a trauma-informed approach, the focus shifts from what to what?
• How are peer relationships described in ethical guidelines for a PRS?
• When ambivalent, you should strive for ______.
• Code of Ethical Conduct: Service Approach - I affirm the _____________ & ________________ of each person I serve
• Which statement best describes peer recovery support?
• Which of the following is a barrier to effective listening?
• Recovery is based on which principle?
• Which statement best describes applying VA Core Competencies to support recovery?
• Which of the following statements about recovery pathways is true?
• Relapse/re-occurrence: The person has a slip and reverts back to a previous pattern of behavior.
• My primary obligation & responsibility is
• In the Cost/Benefits step, what is asked about if the problem is resolved?
• In effective listening, where should you sit?
• Which pair best represents a core role of a peer recovery specialist?
• Which of the following is a limitation of a peer recovery specialist's role?
• What is the primary goal when you model recovery language by reflecting back?
• I act in ________.
• In motivational interviewing, who determines whether change occurs?
• Which action would violate the guideline not to loan or borrow from peers?
• Which of the following is NOT a type of support offered by peer recovery specialists?
• How many principles are included in wellness recovery plans?
• What should be negotiated with peers to facilitate peer choice and shared power?
• Recovery emerges from which essential element?
• Which of the following is included as a role of the support system in wellness recovery plans?
• Which set aligns with the OARS framework?
• What should you do with prejudices and opinions to practice good listening?
• Community is defined as which of the following?
• Which barrier is described by the phrase 'mind wander'?
• Which stage is described as Action to Change?
• What describes how peer relationships should function according to ethical guidelines?
• What is the purpose of the Problem step?
• Motivational interviewing supports the peer's belief in what?
• What does PICBA stand for in the problem-solving framework?
• What would you discover to help a person who does not see any possibility?
• Which type of peer support focuses on building relationships?
• _______________ is the catalyst of recovery for many people.
• Peer supports facilitate which of the following?
• An ethical dilemma is making a decision between choices that may seem to benefit a family but may otherwise violate agency rules and professional boundaries.
• Which approach should be avoided that would undermine the peers' agenda?
• Which phrase best expresses the principle that power in peer support should be distributed between the peer and the person served?
• What best describes the purpose of peer recovery support?
• Ethics & Boundaries - Adhere to peer _____________ of ____________
• In Active Listening, what should you do with prejudices and opinions?
• An example of affirmations: which option represents affirmations?
• In setting a recovery goal, which word completes the prompt 'Who can ______ you in obtaining this goal?'
• Code of Ethical Conduct: N____-___________________________
• Which type of relationship is prohibited by ethical guidelines for a PRS?
• Which phrase completes 'What would you ________?'
• Which best describes current research trends in MH/SUD?
• Which commitments should a PRS honor?
• Which principle ensures that safety and empowerment are integral parts of the service approach?
• Which PICBA step involves asking what the peer might be doing that negatively impacts the situation?
• In a wellness recovery plan, the term 'support system' is best described as:
• Which of the following is one of the four common boundary violations?
• What term describes groups a peer feels they belong to, defined by ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, identity, kinship networks, geographic regions, religious affiliations, jobs and professions, physical ability or disability, life experiences, and social and economic classes?
• Recovery is usually cyclical and typically indicates what?
• Which statement accurately describes ethics of peer support?
• To ignite the spark of hope, you should identify ______.
• Which of the following statements best expresses the CPRS's personal guiding priority?
• A key element in recovery is addressing which issue?
• When a client needs continued services after termination, what should the CPRS do?
• Which statement best describes the Brainstorm step?
• Recovery is supported through relationships and social networks.
• Establishing a Trust-Based Relationship: Complete this statement: Find _____; don't focus _____.
• Ethics will assist you to act as what in healthy family communication and collaborative professional relationships?
• Relapse: Which statement best describes relapse in the context of behavior change?
• Which component refers to what you overcame in your recovery story?
• Which stage is named Preparation in the stages of change?
• What is the foundation on which peer support services are provided?
• Preparation: The person believes that the behavior can be changed, that she can manage the change and is taking steps to begin the change.
• Ethics will assist you to prevent which issue that can affect caregivers?
• What does honor and preserve confidentiality imply?
• How is recovery defined?
• Which term refers to a situation where personal interests could compromise professional judgment?
• To ignite the spark of hope, you should create ______.
• Foster a healthy, open, communicative environment when working in what setting?
• Effective listening: don't i________.
• Which guideline states that participation in peer support should be voluntary?
• Which statement demonstrates effective listening?
• What is the definition of Home within SAMHSA's four dimensions?
• In the five stages of the recovery process, what is stage 1?
• Which term describes the function of connecting individuals to resources?
• Which option best reflects the principle that recovery is supported through relationships and social networks?
• Barriers to effective listening: letting my m__________ w__________.
• What tool is used to combat negative self-talk?
• Which step of PICBA asks the client to state the problem clearly?
• Which barrier to recovery refers to obstacles in receiving appropriate support and services?