Court Referral Education Program
Established in 1990 to reduce alcohol- and drug-related crimes in Alabama. CREP provides court-referred individuals with education, self-assessment tools, and personal change planning — available in Butler, Coffee, and Covington Counties.
Education that empowers informed decisions
The Court Referral Education Program (CREP) provides individuals referred by the court system with essential information and resources to empower them in making informed decisions. The program aims to reduce recidivism and foster personal accountability by equipping participants with the tools necessary for positive life changes. Individuals are referred to SCAMHC by Court Referral Officers after an evaluation. Some participants may need further assessment by a therapist before taking classes; others are assigned directly to Level 1 or Level 2 without re-evaluation. Program fees are the responsibility of the participant and must be paid in full before enrolling.
- Available in Butler, Coffee, and Covington Counties — one program per county per month
- Level 1: 12 hours across four 3-hour sessions — $150 class + $30 workbook = $180 total
- Level 2: 24 hours across eight 3-hour sessions — $290 class + $40 workbook = $330 total
- Juvenile Classes available in all three counties as needed — 2-hour sessions over six weeks, max 12 students
What CREP teaches
Alabama Alcohol & Drug Laws
Education on Alabama laws related to alcohol and drug offenses and their legal consequences.
Personal Change Planning
Participants develop a personal change plan to support positive decision-making and accountability going forward.
Substance Use Self-Assessment
Tools for honest self-assessment — whether as a non-user, responsible user, or problem user.
How Substances Affect Body & Community
Education on the physical, behavioral, and social effects of substance use on individuals, families, and communities.
Patterns of Abuse & Recovery
Understanding the cycle of substance abuse, how it impacts families, and the pathways to recovery.
Healthy Decision-Making
Skills for strengthening decision-making and choosing healthy alternatives to negative behaviors.
Level 1 — 12 Hours
Four 3-hour sessions over two to four weeks. Cost: $150 class + $30 workbook = $180 total. One class per county per month.
Level 2 — 24 Hours
Eight 3-hour sessions over eight weeks. Cost: $290 class + $40 workbook = $330 total. Class size capped at 15 students per instructor.
Juvenile Classes
Available in Butler, Covington, and Coffee Counties as needed. Two-hour sessions over six weeks. Maximum 12 students per class.
Sobriety Required
Student sobriety is mandatory throughout the program. Intoxicated individuals will not be permitted to participate in any class session.
Drug Testing
CREP can test for alcohol (AlcoPro), cocaine, methamphetamine, marijuana, and a variety of other substances — based on cause (indicative behaviors, reported incidents) or a court directive.
Completion Notification
The Court Referral Officer is notified of completion once all sessions are attended and all coursework is completed. The CRO then provides completion information to the court and the student.
CREP offices across three counties
Covington County
19815 Bay Branch Road, Andalusia, AL 36420 — Phone: (334) 428-5025 | Fax: (334) 222-4660
Coffee County
2861 Neal Metcalf Road, Enterprise, AL 36331 — Phone: (334) 347-0212 | Fax: (334) 347-9418
Butler County
185 Industrial Parkway, Greenville, AL 36037 — Phone: (334) 382-2018 | Fax: (334) 382-6353
Program Coordinator
Ida Cooper, B.S. — CREP Coordinator — 19815 Bay Branch Road, Andalusia, AL 36420 — Phone: (334) 428-5025 — ida.cooper@scamhc.org