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(FL) Florida Certified Recovery Residence Administrator
(CRRA) Exam ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
(FL) Florida Certified Recovery Residence Administrator (CRRA) Exam – Exam Coverage
1. Recovery Residence Fundamentals – Recovery housing models, purpose of recovery residences,
resident support principles.
2. Florida Recovery Residence Regulations – State requirements, certification standards,
compliance obligations.
3. Administration & Operations – Facility management, policies and procedures, daily operations,
recordkeeping.
4. Ethics & Professional Conduct – Ethical practices, boundaries, confidentiality, professional
responsibilities.
5. Resident Rights & Advocacy – Resident rights, grievance procedures, non-discrimination, client
protections.
6. Substance Use Disorders (SUD) – Addiction basics, recovery principles, relapse prevention, co-
occurring disorders.
7. Safety & Risk Management – Emergency planning, incident reporting, crisis management,
liability reduction.
8. Medication Policies – Medication management guidelines, storage requirements, medication-
assisted treatment (MAT) considerations.
9. Staff Management & Supervision – Staff training, supervision, performance management,
volunteer oversight.
10. Community Resources & Recovery Support – Peer support, referrals, community partnerships,
recovery planning.
11. Frequently Tested Scenarios – Resident relapses, ethical dilemmas, confidentiality breaches,
policy violations, safety incidents.
12. Key Laws & Standards – Florida recovery residence standards, confidentiality regulations, fair
housing requirements, ethical codes.
13. Highest-Priority Study Areas – Recovery residence regulations, ethics, resident rights, safety
procedures, addiction recovery principles, administration and compliance.
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QUESTION 1
Which Florida Statute is the primary law regulating the voluntary certification of recovery residences
and their administrators in Florida?
A) Florida Statute 395.001
B) Florida Statute 397.487
C) Florida Statute 429.075
D) Florida Statute 893.03
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Florida Statute 397.487 specifically outlines the requirements and purpose for the voluntary
certification of recovery residences and establishes the framework for administrator certification
requirements under Florida law .
QUESTION 2
According to Florida law, what is the primary purpose of a recovery residence?
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A) To provide intensive outpatient medical detoxification services
B) To offer a temporary shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness
C) To provide a substance-free living environment that supports long-term recovery
D) To function as a licensed residential treatment facility
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The core mission of a recovery residence is to provide a safe, alcohol and drug-free living
environment that supports individuals recovering from substance use disorders through peer support
and community living .
QUESTION 3
Who is required to obtain the Certified Recovery Residence Administrator (CRRA) credential in Florida?
A) Any resident living in a certified recovery residence
B) An individual who provides clinical therapy services to residents
C) An individual who has operational control and management responsibility for a recovery residence
D) The property owner of a building leased to a recovery residence
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Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The CRRA credential is specifically designed for the individual who holds primary
management and operational authority over a certified recovery residence, including oversight of daily
operations, staff, and compliance .
QUESTION 4
Under the federal Fair Housing Act, how are recovery residences typically classified for zoning purposes?
A) As commercial businesses requiring special zoning permits
B) As single-family residences when housing up to 3-5 unrelated individuals
C) As healthcare facilities requiring medical zoning
D) As institutional facilities requiring institutional zoning
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Fair Housing Act treats recovery residences as single-family dwellings for purposes of
local occupancy codes, protecting individuals in recovery from discrimination based on disability status .
(FL) Florida Certified Recovery Residence Administrator
(CRRA) Exam ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
(FL) Florida Certified Recovery Residence Administrator (CRRA) Exam – Exam Coverage
1. Recovery Residence Fundamentals – Recovery housing models, purpose of recovery residences,
resident support principles.
2. Florida Recovery Residence Regulations – State requirements, certification standards,
compliance obligations.
3. Administration & Operations – Facility management, policies and procedures, daily operations,
recordkeeping.
4. Ethics & Professional Conduct – Ethical practices, boundaries, confidentiality, professional
responsibilities.
5. Resident Rights & Advocacy – Resident rights, grievance procedures, non-discrimination, client
protections.
6. Substance Use Disorders (SUD) – Addiction basics, recovery principles, relapse prevention, co-
occurring disorders.
7. Safety & Risk Management – Emergency planning, incident reporting, crisis management,
liability reduction.
8. Medication Policies – Medication management guidelines, storage requirements, medication-
assisted treatment (MAT) considerations.
9. Staff Management & Supervision – Staff training, supervision, performance management,
volunteer oversight.
10. Community Resources & Recovery Support – Peer support, referrals, community partnerships,
recovery planning.
11. Frequently Tested Scenarios – Resident relapses, ethical dilemmas, confidentiality breaches,
policy violations, safety incidents.
12. Key Laws & Standards – Florida recovery residence standards, confidentiality regulations, fair
housing requirements, ethical codes.
13. Highest-Priority Study Areas – Recovery residence regulations, ethics, resident rights, safety
procedures, addiction recovery principles, administration and compliance.
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QUESTION 1
Which Florida Statute is the primary law regulating the voluntary certification of recovery residences
and their administrators in Florida?
A) Florida Statute 395.001
B) Florida Statute 397.487
C) Florida Statute 429.075
D) Florida Statute 893.03
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Florida Statute 397.487 specifically outlines the requirements and purpose for the voluntary
certification of recovery residences and establishes the framework for administrator certification
requirements under Florida law .
QUESTION 2
According to Florida law, what is the primary purpose of a recovery residence?
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A) To provide intensive outpatient medical detoxification services
B) To offer a temporary shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness
C) To provide a substance-free living environment that supports long-term recovery
D) To function as a licensed residential treatment facility
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The core mission of a recovery residence is to provide a safe, alcohol and drug-free living
environment that supports individuals recovering from substance use disorders through peer support
and community living .
QUESTION 3
Who is required to obtain the Certified Recovery Residence Administrator (CRRA) credential in Florida?
A) Any resident living in a certified recovery residence
B) An individual who provides clinical therapy services to residents
C) An individual who has operational control and management responsibility for a recovery residence
D) The property owner of a building leased to a recovery residence
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Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The CRRA credential is specifically designed for the individual who holds primary
management and operational authority over a certified recovery residence, including oversight of daily
operations, staff, and compliance .
QUESTION 4
Under the federal Fair Housing Act, how are recovery residences typically classified for zoning purposes?
A) As commercial businesses requiring special zoning permits
B) As single-family residences when housing up to 3-5 unrelated individuals
C) As healthcare facilities requiring medical zoning
D) As institutional facilities requiring institutional zoning
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Fair Housing Act treats recovery residences as single-family dwellings for purposes of
local occupancy codes, protecting individuals in recovery from discrimination based on disability status .
