CRC Study Guide 2026

Effective risk management in Assessment & Goal Setting requires proactive hazard identification and preventive measures, not just reactive responses. This approach reduces incidents, improves outcomes, and protects both professionals and clients.

Vicarious resilience is the phenomenon in which coaches are positively transformed and inspired by witnessing their clients' strength and recovery.

Ethical guidelines require recovery coaches to address unethical behavior by colleagues to protect clients and uphold professional standards. Reporting through appropriate channels, such as a supervisor or ethics committee, ensures the issue is handled formally and responsibly, maintaining integrity within the profession.

Advocacy in recovery coaching means actively working to ensure clients' rights are protected and they have equitable access to necessary resources and services. This involves speaking up for clients, navigating complex systems on their behalf when appropriate, and empowering them to advocate for themselves. The goal is to remove barriers and promote opportunities for successful recovery.

Continuing education in Motivational Interviewing Techniques ensures professionals maintain current knowledge and skills as standards, technologies, and best practices evolve in the Certified Retirement Counselor field.

Dual diagnosis (also called co-occurring disorders) refers to the simultaneous presence of a substance use disorder and a mental health condition.