The Prevention Specialist Exam Study Guide helps readers to understand the competencies and knowledge necessary to become a Prevention Specialist (PS) and adequately prepares prevention professionals to pass the Prevention Specialist certification exam.
With this book, Nicole Augustine aims to close the gap in existing literature for the PS exam and enhance the prevention workforce so that society is better equipped to address current and future substance misuse challenges and improve long-term health outcomes for all. Divided into six domains, each module of this study guide contains a self-assessment, suggested readings, and a review of the information covered in the PS exam. A chapter covering the overall credentialing process and the additional requirement variations by the state is included.
Substance prevention professionals around the world looking to become a credentialed professional will find this one-of-a-kind resource indispensable.
Author(s): Nicole M. Augustine
Publisher: Routledge
Year: 2022
Language: English
Pages: 180
City: New York
Cover
Endorsements
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
Part I: The Value of the Prevention Specialist Certification
1. Professionalization of the Prevention Field
Why Not Require Certification for All?
The Benefits of Professionalization
2. The Sociocultural Context of Prevention Practice
History of US Drug Policies
Stigma of Drug Use
Social Determinants of Health
The Connection between Social Justice and Prevention Practice
Suggested Readings
References
Part II: The Prevention Specialist Professional Competencies
3. Domain I: Planning and Evaluation
Self-Assessment: Perceived Competency
Step 1. Assess Community Readiness and Mobilize for Action (Edwards, 2000)
Assessing Community Readiness
Stage 2. Denial
Stage 3. Vague Awareness
Stage 4. Preplanning
Stage 5. Preparation
Stage 6. Initiation
Stage 7. Stabilization/Institutionalization
Stage 8. Confirmation/Expansion
Stage 9. Professionalization
Mobilize for Action
Step 2. Assess Community Risk and Protective Factors
Step 3. Prioritize Community Issue
Step 4. Assess Community Resources/Capacity
Step 5. Select Community of Focus
Universal
Selective
Indicated
Step 6. Apply 'Guiding Principles' and 'Best Practices'
Risk and Protective Factors
Prevention Planning
Prevention Program Delivery
Step 7. Create Program Logic Model and Evaluation Plan
Other Planning Models
Public Health Model (PHM)
Influencing the Agent
Influencing the Host
Influencing the Environment
Strategic Prevention Framework
Assessment
Capacity
Planning
Implementation
Evaluation
Sustainability - Cross-cutting
Cultural Competence - Cross-cutting
Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP) Six Strategies
Dissemination of Information
Prevention Education
Alternative Activities
Community-Based Processes
Environmental Approaches
Problem Identification and Referral
Communities That Care
Program Evaluation
Evaluation Terms and Concepts
Process Evaluation
Outcome Evaluation
Outcomes or Impact
Outputs
Evaluation Methods and Study Design
Data Collection Options
Types of Data
Evaluation Methods
Suggested Reading
References
4. Domain II: Prevention Education and Service Delivery
Self-Assessment: Perceived Competency
Cultural Competency
Achieving Fidelity and Cultural Adaptations in Prevention
Understanding Substance 'Use'
Continuum of Care
Categories of Substances
The Controlled Substance Act
The Seven Categories of Substance
Models of Addiction
Suggested Reading
References
5. Domain III: Communication
Self-Assessment: Perceived Competency
Process Model of Communication
Sender
Message
Channel
Receiver
Feedback
Noise
Listening
Public Speaking
The Moving Target
The Musician
The Peacock
The Great Scientist
The Clincher
The Disorganized Artist
Group Facilitation
Leadership Styles
The Director
The Problem Solver
The Developer
The Delegator
Media and Prevention
Research
Creative Use of Epidemiology and Other Statistical Data
Framing the Issue
Gaining Access to the Media
Other Key Concepts
Media Literacy
Social Marketing
Social Norms Marketing
Suggested Readings
References
6. Domain IV: Community Organization
Self-Assessment: Perceived Competency
Community Readiness
Effective Coalitions
Goal Directedness
Cohesion
Efficiency
Diverse Stakeholders
Opportunities for Participation
New Skills
Coalition Development
Coalition Management
Facilitating Meetings
Building Consensus
Suggested Readings
References
7. Domain V: Public Policy and Environmental Change
Self-Assessment: Perceived Competency
Why We Do Use Environmental Strategies?
The Tools of Environmental Change
Community Organizing
Community Mobilization
Advocacy Tools
The Use of Media in Supporting Environmental Strategies
Suggested Readings
References
8. Domain VI: Professional Growth and Responsibility
Self-Assessment: Perceived Competency
Theoretical Models
Risk and Protective Factors Theory
The Resiliency Approach
The Developmental Assets Model
Human Development Theories
Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
Erik Erikson's Psychosocial Development Stages
Trust vs. Mistrust
Autonomy vs. Shame
Initiative vs. Guilt
Industry vs. Inferiority
Identity vs. Role Confusion
Intimacy vs. Isolation
Generativity vs. Stagnation
Creativity vs. Stagnation
Jean Piaget's Cognitive-Developmental Stages
Albert Bandura's Social Learning Theory
Prevention Ethics
Preamble
Principle 1: Nondiscrimination
Principle 2: Competency
Principle 3: Integrity
Principle 4: Nature of Services
Principle 5: Confidentiality
Principle 6: Ethical Obligations for Community and Society
Personal Wellness
Suggested Reading
References
Part III: Practice Tests and Other Resources
9. Preparing to Become Credentialed
IC&RC Standards
Tips for Studying
Practice Questions, Set 1
Practice Questions, Set 2
Answer Key - Test 1
Answer Key - Test 2
10. Understanding the Correct Answer
Practice Questions and Answers, Set 1
Practice Questions and Answers, Set 2
11. Glossary of Terms
Appendix A: History of Prevention Perspectives
Index
