Rule 4758-6-08 | Scope of practice for Ohio certified prevention specialist assistant (OCPSA).
(A) An individual holding a valid prevention specialist assistant certificate may:
Perform the following prevention services only while under the supervision of anyone listed in paragraph (B) of this rule:
(1) Information dissemination;
(2) Prevention education;
(3) Communication;
(4) Alternatives; and
(5) Problem identification and referral.
(B) An individual holding a valid prevention specialist assistant certificate may perform the prevention services specified in paragraph (A) of this rule only while under the supervision of any of the following:
(1) A prevention consultant or prevention specialist certified under Chapter 4758. of the Revised Code;
(2) An individual authorized under Chapter 4731. of the Revised Code to practice medicine and surgery or osteopathic medicine and surgery;
(3) A psychologist licensed under Chapter 4732. of the Revised Code;
(4) A registered nurse licensed under Chapter 4723. of the Revised Code or an individual authorized to practice as a certified nurse practitioner or clinical nurse under Chapter 4723. of the Revised Code;
(5) A professional clinical counselor, an independent social worker, a social worker, licensed under Chapter 4757. of the Revised Code;
(6) A school counselor licensed by the department of education pursuant to section 3319.22 of the Revised Code;
(7) A health education specialist certified by the national commission for health education credentialing.
(C) An individual holding a valid prevention specialist assistant certificate may:
Engage in the following only while under the supervision of anyone listed in paragraph (D) of this rule:
(1) Planning and evaluation;
(2) Community based processes;
(3) Environmental strategies; and
(4) Professional growth and responsibilities.
(D) An individual holding a valid prevention specialist assistant certificate may engage in prevention strategies and activities listed in paragraph (C) of this rule only while under the supervision of any of the following:
(1) A prevention consultant or prevention specialist certified under Chapter 4758. of the Revised Code;
(2) A health education specialist certified by the national commission for health education credentialing.
(E) A prevention specialist assistant may not practice as an independent practitioner.
Last updated July 12, 2024 at 9:11 AM
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