Rule 4758-6-09. Scope of practice for Ohio certified prevention specialists (OCPS)

119.03 (A) An individual holding a valid prevention specialist certificate issued under Chapter 4758. of the Revised Code may: (1) Perform the following prevention services: (a) Information dissemination; (b) Prevention education; (c) Communication; (d) Alternatives; and (e) Problem identification and referral. (2) Engage in the following prevention strategies and activities: (a) Community based processes and organization; (b) Public policy and environmental change; and (c) Professional growth and responsibility. (3) Supervise staff and volunteers including: (a) Prevention program volunteers; (b) Registered applicants; (c) Ohio certified prevention specialist assistants; and (d) Ohio certified prevention specialists. (B) An individual holding a valid certified prevention specialist certificate may: Engage in the following only while under the supervision of anyone listed in paragraph (C) of thie rule: (1) Planning and evaluation; and (2) Managing prevention programs. (C) An individual holding a valid prevention specialist certificate may engage in the activities specified in paragraph (B) of this rule only while under the supervision of any of the following: (1) A prevention consultant certified under Chapter 4758. of the Revised Code; (2) A health education specialist certified by the national commission for health education credentialing. (D) A prevention specialist may not practice as an independent practitioner. Last updated July 12, 2024 at 9:11 AM Supplemental Information Authorized By: 4758.20 Amplifies: 4758.60 7/12/2029 6/13/2004, 5/6/2013