CVRP/Study Guide
Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Professional, CVRP
Scope of Practice
Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals assist individuals to access, maintain or return to vocational/avocational activities, determine & facilitate access to vocational rehabilitation &/or support services needed to achieve the desired goals. The practice of vocational rehabilitation is a best-practice, client-centered process & specialized service which provides assistance to persons with or at-risk of experiencing disabilities, impairments, limitations &/or barriers with respect to school, home, employment & community-based activities. Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals possess a unique set of knowledge, experiences, skills, as well as the ability to determine & apply interventions & strategies in order to provide vocational rehabilitation services, confirmed by the College’s certification & examination process.
CVRP Registrants who have completed the CVRP TSA Pathway can conduct TSAs. Upon achieving CVRP TSA certification, the Registrant is permitted within the Standards of Practice to perform TSAs &/or assessments for the purpose of determining suitable alternate employment options &/or career exploration options, applicable wages as well as complex TSAs for forensic analysis.
The following services can be performed by a CVRP when supervised by a CCVE &/or ICVE:
- Vocational Analysis or Evaluation/Assessment for forensic, medical, legal or dispute resolution
- Transferable Skills Analysis for forensic, benefit eligibility, benefit entitlement, future employability, & earning capacity
CVRP Eligibility & Application Process
Prior to applying, forward a current resume/CV to info@cvrp.ca to determine eligibility at NO COST.
1. Application & non-refundable Fee (includes exam in French or English, min 70%, up to 3 rewrites, one 6 month exam deferment); &
2. Mandatory Jurisprudence submitted to CVRP profile (4 Ethics CEUs towards credential compliance); &
3. Proof of ability to work in Canada (government ID, CVRP accepts softs copies but reserves the right to request certified copies). If applicant does not currently hold Canadian citizenship, submit authorization under the Immigration Act (Canada) to engage in employment in Canada; &
4. Education transcripts. CVRP accepts soft copies but reserves the right to request hard certified copies; &
5. Proof of VR Experience:
5.1. If a practicing VR professional with related university degree submit detailed resume/curriculum vitae, showing a minimum of 800 hours of work experience; OR
5.2. If a practicing VR professional with non-VR related university degree submit detailed resume/curriculum vitae showing a minimum of 36 months of work experience; OR
5.3. If a new graduate of an accepted VR or Disability Management degree submit transcripts & signed affidavit OR 2 written attestations of 800 hours of practicum experience; &
6. Successful exam (min 70%, up to 3 rewrites, one 6 month exam deferment) within 1 year of application submission; &
7. Initial, first year registration Fee within 60 days of exam; &
A Registrant profile is created &/or updated on the Public Registry, to display certification status(s).
Registrants are granted a 4 to 6 weeks grace period to submit:
8. A Vulnerable Sector Police Check (VSPC)/Criminal Police Check (PC); & current Error & Omissions (E&O)/Liability Insurance
CVRP or CVRP(P) New Application
Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals Transferable Skills Analysis, CVRP TSA
Scope of Practice
Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals Transferable Skills Analysis assist individuals to access, maintain or return to vocational/avocational activities, & to determine & facilitate access to any vocational rehabilitation &/or support services needed to achieve the desired goals. The practice of vocational rehabilitation is a best-practice, client-centered process & specialized service which provides assistance to persons with or at-risk of experiencing disabilities, impairments, limitations &/or barriers with respect to school, home, employment & community-based activities. Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals possess a unique set of knowledge, experiences, skills, as well as the ability to determine & apply interventions & strategies in order to provide vocational rehabilitation services, as confirmed via the College’s certification & examination process. CVRP Registrants, who have successfully met the requirements pertaining to doing TSA scope of work, are recognized to be qualified to independently carry out & write TSA reports without the report being co-authored or peer reviewed by a CCVE.
CVRPs Wanting to do TSA Work
The College is pleased to announce a pathway for Registrants who do or want to do TSAs. The College has reviewed the recommendations made & developed a pathway that will evaluate the Registrant’s demonstrated competency while protecting the public.
All CVRPs wanting to do TSAs must complete the requirements as per the application process.
CVRP TSA Pathway Eligibility & Application Process
The College has developed a provisional pathway for applicants who do not meet full practicing CVRP eligibility.
CVRP(P) Eligibility & Application Process
Prior to applying, forward a current resume/CV to info@cvrp.ca to determine eligibility at NO COST.
1. Application & non-refundable Fee (includes exam in French or English, min 70%, up to 3 rewrites, one 6 month exam deferment); &
2. Mandatory Jurisprudence submitted to CVRP profile (4 Ethics CEUs towards credential compliance); &
3. Proof of ability to work in Canada (government ID, the college accepts softs copies but reserves the right to request certified copies). If applicant does not currently hold Canadian citizenship, submit authorization under the Immigration Act (Canada); &
4. Education transcripts. CVRP accepts soft copies but reserves the right to request certified copies; &
5.1. CVRP(P) Pathway for Non-Degree Applicants
Applicants without a degree but have completed a post-secondary diploma &/or certificate in VR, Career Development, DM, or Life Care Planning may apply. To qualify:
- Demonstrate 7 years of work experience in VR
- Successful exam
- Initial Registration fee
- Sign a Supervision Agreement with the College
- Complete 800 hours of VR under supervision
Once applicant sits a successful exam, initial registration fee is received, the CVRP(P) credential is granted & live on the public registry. Registrants have a 36 month expiry to complete conditions of the supervision agreement then may ladder to full practicing CVRP; OR
5.2. CVRP(P) Pathway for Students Currently Enrolled in a Related Program
Applicants currently enrolled in a post-secondary degree, diploma, or certificate program in VR, Career Development Practice, Disability Management, or Life Care Planning may apply. To qualify:
- Demonstrate 7 years of work experience in VR
- Successful exam
- Initial Registration fee
- Sign a Supervision Agreement with the College
- Complete 800 hours of VR under supervision
- Finish academic program during supervision
Once applicant sits successful exam, initial registration fee is received, the CVRP(P) credential is granted & live on the public registry. Registrants have a 36 month expiry to complete conditions of the supervision agreement then may ladder to full practicing CVRP; OR
5.3. CVRP(P) Pathway for Applicants with a Related Degree but No VR Experience
Applicants who hold a related university degree but do not have 800 hours of VR experience may apply. To qualify:
- Successful exam
- Initial Registration fee
- Sign a Supervision Agreement with the College
- Complete 800 hours of VR under supervision
Once applicant sits successful exam, initial registration fee is received, the CVRP(P) credential is granted & live on the public registry. Registrants have 36 month expiry to complete conditions of the supervision agreement then may ladder to full practicing CVRP; OR
5.4. CVRP(P) Pathway for Applicants with a Non-Related Degree & Limited Experience
Applicants who hold a university degree in an unrelated field & have less than 36 months of related experience may apply. To qualify:
- Successful exam
- Initial Registration fee
- Sign a Supervision Agreement with the College
- Complete 800 hours of VR under supervision
Once applicant sits successful exam, initial registration fee is received, the CVRP(P) credential is granted & on the public registry. Applicants have a 36 month expiry to complete conditions of the supervision agreement then may ladder to full practicing CVRP; &
A Registrant profile is created &/or updated on the Public Registry, to display certification status(s).
Registrants are granted a 4 to 6 weeks grace period to submit:
6. A Vulnerable Sector Police Check (VSPC)/Criminal Police Check (PC); & current Error & Omissions (E&O)/Liability Insurance
CVRP or CVRP(P) New Application
The CVRP exam includes questions on counselling vocational development theories. The college advises applicants to refresh knowledge in this field.
CVRP examination preparatory learning materials: Module 102: Foundational Theories of Vocational Rehabilitation
The CVRP online exam with virtual proctoring is available in French or English. The exam is divided into 2 3 hour sessions based on VR, consisting of 300 multiple-choice questions. Applicants must sit the exam within 1 year of application submission. A minimum grade of 70% is required & one 6 month exam deferment is permitted. If exam rewrites are required (up to 3 rewrites) fees are payable to CVRP, online exam provider, & virtual proctor. Applicants who rewrite exams after the one-year application submission expiry must complete exam rewrites within three months.
CVRP(P), CVRP, CVRP(F) or CVRP(D) Certification Compliance
1 Year Renewal Application/Declaration/Fee/Insurance
2 Year 40 CEUs Core Competencies/Domains of Learning; 6 Ethics (Domain 8 Vocational Rehabilitation or 6 Vocational Evaluation or Domain 2 Cost of Care)
Provisional Only Mentoring Agreement 36 month Expiry
5 Year VSPC/Criminal Police Check
Fellow & Diplomate Credential Laddering
The CVRP(F) credential recognizes Registrantss within the VR field who have achieved higher levels of professionalism through post-graduate study, at minimum an undergraduate degree, other related professional certifications & designations.
The CVRP(D) credential recognizes senior Registrants at the highest level of professionalism in the VR field who achieved at minimum a Master’s degree in VR or Master’s degree in a related field in addition to a certificate program.
Laddering Eligibility & Application process
For CEUs that do NOT appear on the CVRP Approved CVRP CEU List, submit a:
CEU post-approval application
CEU pre-approval application
The CVRP Registration Committee reviews applications of appeal from Appellants contesting decisions of the Registrar or Assistant Registrar pertaining to credential eligibility, exam sitting, grade assigned &/or continuing education units. Click to submit an application to appeal a decision.
Suggested Readings
The CVRP Study Guide designed to assist applicants to prepare for the CVRP exam. It provides a comprehensive overview of the topics & competencies essential for VR professionals along with foundational theories, best practices, ethical considerations, & other critical areas covered.
Foundations of the VR Process Stanford E. Rubin & Richard T. Roessler overview of the VR process, including historical perspectives, theoretical foundations, & practical applications.
Rehabilitation Counseling: Basics & Beyond Randall M. Parker & Jeanne Boland Patterson covers essential topics in rehabilitation counseling, including assessment, counseling techniques, & ethical considerations.
Work & Disability: Contexts, Issues, & Strategies for Enhancing Employment Outcomes for People with Disabilities Edna Mora Szymanski & Randall M. Parker explores the various factors that influence employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities & offers strategies for improving VR services.
Principles of Biomedical Ethics Tom L. Beauchamp & James F. Childress provides a thorough examination of ethical principles & their application in healthcare & rehabilitation settings.
Standards for Educational & Psychological Testing American Educational Research Association, American Psychological Association, & National Council on Measurement in Education outlines standards for developing & using educational & psychological tests, which is crucial for understanding assessment tools used in VR.
The Case Manager’s Handbook Catherine M. Mullahy principles & practices of case management, including assessment, planning, & coordination of services.
Life Care Planning & Case Management Handbook Roger O. Weed & Debra E. Berens LCP & case management for catastrophic injuries & chronic health conditions.
Cognitive Therapy of Depression Aaron T. Beck relevant for VR professionals working with clients experiencing mental health challenges.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation: Principles & Practice Joel A. DeLisa & Bruce M. Gans principles & practices of physical medicine, rehabilitation, including assessment, treatment, & management of various conditions.
Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) American Psychiatric Association essential for understanding diagnostic criteria for mental health disorders, which is crucial for VR professionals working with clients with mental health conditions.
Historic Foundations of Vocational Rehabilitation – Reference Materials
Thomas Gallaudet (1787-1851)
Dorothea Dix (1824-1880)
Samuel Gridley Howe (1801-1886)
Hawthorne Effect
Vocational Rehabilitation History in Canada
International Rulings Impacting Vocational Rehabilitation
Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (Disabled Persons) Convention (ILO 1983)
International Bill of Human Rights (United Nations 1948)
Declaration of the Rights of Disabled Persons (United Nations 1975)
Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (United Nations 2006)
Canadian Acts & Rulings Impacting VR
Constitution Act 1982
Canadian Human Rights Act
Canadian Multiculturalism Act
Canadian Pension Plan Disability
Canadian Elections Act
Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act
Obstacles Report
Workers Compensation Acts
Schools of Psychology
Understand the basics of Structuralism
Understand the basics of behaviourial schools of thought
Understand the basics of cognitive-behaviourial models
Understand the basics of existential psychology:
Understanding the basics of humanistic psychology
Understand the basics of reality therapy
Understand the basics of psychoanalytic/psychodynamic theories
Schools of Vocational Counselling
Understand the basics of career counselling
Understand the basics Trait-Factor models of career counselling
Understand the basics of Holland’s Career Typology
Understand the basics of Super’s Life-Span Theory
Understand the basics of Krumboltz’ Career Choice Theory
Understand the basics of the Constructive Theory/Models of Career Development
Understand the basics of Gottfredsons’ Circumscription/Compromise Theory
Understand the basics of Ginzberg’s Theory of Occupational Choice
Registration Polices
Annual Renewal & Certification Compliance
Standards of Practice & College Bylaw
Complaints & Discipline
For information, contact CVRP.