A new credential for Community Health Workers is now available through VCB. The credential was developed by and/or reviewed, approved, and supported by the Virginia Department of Health, the Virginia Community Health Worker Advisory Group, and the Virginia Community Health Worker Association. Requirements for the CCHW can be found in the CCHW application on pages 3-4 by clicking on this link: CCHW Application. For questions about the CCHW process, email VCB at info@vacertboard.org.

In 2015, the Virginia Certification Board (VCB) began certifying Certified Peer Recovery Specialists (CPRSs) in the Commonwealth of Virginia with the support of DBHDS and the Office of Recovery Services. This process started with an 18-month grandparenting period. Beginning in January 2017, a multiple-choice examination was required, as well as a 72 hour DBHDS approved training. In late 2016, reimbursement for peer recovery specialists was approved. Due to changes, and questions VCB has developed two guidance documents to help CPRS's navigate this process.

CPRS FAQ's: includes information about keeping your certification current, other credentials, etc.

VCB CPRS & NAADAC CPRSS Comparision