Which setting is not typically served by CPS?

• A. Inpatient settings.
• B. Recovery-oriented programs.
• C. Community-based programs.
• D. School cafeteria.

Answer: (D)

The setting not typically served by a Certified Peer Specialist is a school cafeteria. CPS work revolves around providing peer-delivered support in environments designed for ongoing care and recovery, such as inpatient facilities where treatment is coordinated, recovery-oriented programs that focus on relapse prevention and wellness, and community-based programs that connect individuals with resources and ongoing support. A school cafeteria is primarily a meal-service area within an educational setting and lacks the clinical or therapeutic framework, privacy, and appropriate space for peer-to-peer conversations and coordinated support. While CPS may collaborate with schools or work in school-based programs, the cafeteria itself isn’t a typical venue for delivering CPS services.