The Prevention Certification Board of

New Hampshire

What is the Prevention Certification Board of New Hampshire?

The Prevention Certification Board of NH is an all-volunteer board with the important role of providing oversight for the process of certifying individuals as Prevention Specialists in the state of New Hampshire through IC&RC credentialing. The Board has the responsibility of reviewing and approving Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for Certified Prevention Specialists for various types of events (workshops, webinars, trainings, conferences, etc.). 

Brian Daniels, CPS of the Year, and Julie Yerkes, PCBNH President

Brian Daniels is our 2026 CPS of the Year!

Brian Daniels is recognized for his profound dedication to the students of Rundlett Middle School, where he serves as a Student Assistance Program Coordinator. Brian has been an advocate for student-centered policies, particularly through his promotion of
alternatives to suspension. He works tirelessly and collaboratively with school administration to ensure that the student’s needs remain at the forefront of institutional decision-making.


Brian is a firm believer in following your heart and prioritizing your well-being. He offers exceptional support to his students and colleagues, navigating complex situations with grace and consistently going above and beyond to support others in their daily efforts. We are honored to recognize Brian for his outstanding contributions to the field of prevention.

Join us for our 2026 Annual Celebration

Join the Prevention Certification Board of NH on Thursday, June 11th from 10:00am – 12:00pm at the Fox Chapel Conference Room in the Main Building at 105 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH 03301 to celebrate the 2026 CPS of the Year winner! Refreshments will be provided while we present the 2026 award. 

Visit the Prevention Certification Board of NH Virtual Office Hours

The Prevention Certification Board of NH holds regular office hours on the first Friday of each month from 11:30am -12:30pm. The office hours will take place via Zoom and can be accessed using the link below. Come meet the Board and get all your questions about CPS certification answered!

Join the PCBNH Virtual Office Hours

The dates of the 2026 office hours are as follows:

– January 9th
– February 6th
– March 6th
– April 3rd
– May 1st
– June 5th
– July – NO OFFICE HOURS
– August 7th
– September 4th
– October 2nd
– November 6th
– December 4th

An Advanced Certified Prevention Specialist certification is now offered by the Prevention Certification Board of NH

The Advanced Certified Prevention Specialist credential is for those currently certified as Prevention Specialists (CPS) in NH and are seeking a more advanced certification that involves a focus on organizational leadership and management skills. There are two levels, for those who currently hold the CPS and are initially seeking the advanced credential, and for those who already have the advanced credential (ACPS) and are seeking recertification of their ACPS.

To Contact the Prevention Certification Board of NH:

The Prevention Certification Board of NH 

c/o NH Teen Institute

320 Rockingham Rd #3

Auburn, NH 03032

nhpreventcert@gmail.com 

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