CRRA Provisional Application - Florida Certification Board

📋 CRRA Provisional/Upgrade Pathway Eligibility Requirements

Before you apply, please review the CRRA Provisional/Upgrade Standards, Requirements & Application Guide. carefully. It’s your responsibility to ensure all requirements are met and instructions are followed.

A complete provisional application includes the following:

📲 Apply Here!

To apply:
- Click here to begin the CRRA-P application.
- Answer all application questions.
- Upload training and education documentation.
- Wait for an email from your assigned certification specialist for instructions on paying the application fee.
All applicants must have an active FCB account. Please be sure to create your online account prior to submitting the CRRA-P application. Note that the CRRA-P application will NOT be submitted through your online account.

📂 CRRA-P Required Forms and Supporting Documents

Applicant-Provided Form and Documentation

High School Diploma or higher
CRRA Training Verification For m
Must provide training certificates for each training listed on the Training Verification Form.

⏳ CRRA-P Timeframes and Deadlines

Once the application is submitted, your application is routed for initial review.
You will receive a status update and payment instructions within 30 days, including any pending requirements.
The timeline for full review depends on the completeness and quality of submitted documents.
Applicants have 12 months from the date the application is assigned to meet all requirements, including passing the exam.
If more time is needed, a continuation fee may be paid to continue the process.

💻 CRPS-P Exam Information

Applicants are approved to register for the CRRA exam only after all CRRA-P application materials are reviewed and accepted by the Board.

🖥️ Exam Highlights

100-item, multiple-choice computer-based exam.
Administered at statewide testing sites (primarily colleges/universities).
Exam fee is paid to the Board; proctoring fee (max $35) is paid to the test site.
Each item has one correct and two incorrect (but plausible) answers.
All questions are equally weighted (1 point each).
Passing score is 70%.

📊 Scoring

🏅 CRRA-P Credential Award Process

Your CRRA-P credential is issued for a 12-month period once a passing exam score is recorded.
You will receive an award notification via email, which includes:
- Immediate access to print your wallet card from your FCB account.
- Instructions for verifying your certification online.
A physical wall certificate is not issued until the CRRA-P Upgrade application is approved.

🕒 Provisional Period

Before the 12-month provisional period expires, you must:

Complete the work experience and supervision requirements.
Identify three individuals to provide a letter of recommendation in support of your CRRA-Upgrade application.
Download and provide mandatory verification forms and Letter of Recommendation Forms to the appropriate people to complete and submit to the Board on your behalf.
Apply for the CRRA-Upgrade here.
You must
- Answer all application questions.
- List your employer and supervisor information
- Wait for an email from your assigned certification specialist for instructions on paying the application fee.

📂 CRRA-P Upgrade Required Forms and Supporting Documents

Verification Forms and Supporting Documentation

CRRA Work Experience Verification Form
- Must include a current position description from the employer.
CRRA On-the-Job Supervision Verification Form
- Supervision must not exceed 3 hours per week (156 hours/year).
CRRA Recommendation for Certification Form
- Three required

⏳ CRRA-P Upgrade Timeframes and Deadlines

Application Deadline: You must submit your online upgrade application before your CRRA-P credential expires.
- Once the application is submitted, your application is routed for initial review.
- You will receive a status update within 30 days containing instructions on submitting payment as well as any pending requirements.
- The timeline for full review depends on the completeness and quality of submitted documents.

Additional Time to Complete Requirements: After submitting your application, you have an additional 60 days to fulfill all upgrade requirements.

📋 Requesting a Provisional Extension

If you need more time beyond the 60-day period:

You may request a provisional extension.
Only one provisional extension will be granted. If you do not meet the requirements within this extension period, your provisional credential will expire, and you must submit a new application.
Your extension request must be submitted at least two weeks before your CRRA-P expiration date.
The FCB will evaluate and either approve or deny your request based on the specific circumstances provided.
If approved, the provisional extension allows an additional 6 months to complete the upgrade process.

🏅 CRRA Credential Award Process

Your CRRA credential is awarded once all upgrade documents are approved.
You will receive an award notification via email, which includes:
- Immediate access to print your wallet card from your FCB account.
- Instructions for verifying your certification online.
In addition, you will receive the following by U.S. Mail:
- A physical wall certificate.
- A letter of congratulations.
- Information on maintaining your credential.

⚠️ Important: Please ensure that your mailing address is up to date in your FCB account to avoid delays in receiving your materials.

🔄 Renewal and Maintenance

The CRRA credential is valid for 12 months and always expires on June 30.
To renew, you must complete 10 continuing education (CE) hours annually.
- CEs must relate to one or more CRRA domains: Recovery Residence Operations and Administrations, Maintaining the Physical Residence, Resident Screening and Admission, Resident Recovery Support, or Professional Responsibilities.
The Board sends a renewal notice 60 days before the renewal period opens.
Late renewal is available with additional fees and CE requirements.