United States Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association
- United States Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association
The United States Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association (USPRA), formerly known as the International Association of Psychosocial Rehabilitation Services (IAPSRS) is the professional association for practitioners of the field of psychiatric rehabilitation and persons and families living with psychiatric disabilities
Founded in 1974 by the directors of the original 13 psychosocial rehabilitation centers in the United States, USPRA promotes Evidence-based practice and works with government agencies, universities, and other institutions.
The USPRA issues the Certification of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner as a professional certification. The CPRP credential is recognized in 12 U.S. states to qualify mental health practitioners: Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, Maine, Minnesota, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.
External links
* [http://www.uspra.org Official website]
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