CADTP is a proud member of the Institute for Credentialing Excellence and its accreditation by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). CADTP's Counselor Certification Program has been continuously accredited by NCCA since 2007.

In California, counselor certifying agencies play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and professionalism of SUD counselors. Gaining accreditation from the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) is a significant step for these agencies. This accreditation is a mark of excellence, indicating that the agency’s certification programs meet the highest national standards.

Maintaining NCCA accreditation requires the certifying agencies to submit an annual report of their certification activities and a full re-accreditation package every five years.

The re-accreditation process is rigorous. In the last re-accreditation process of 2017-2018, both CADTP and CCAPP were provided with an initial one-year accreditation, and then subsequently gained the additional four years. Unfortunately, CAADE struggled and initially lost its accreditation, but eventually gained it back in 2019.

California Certifying Agencies are again experiencing the re-accreditation process with CCAPP, CADTP, and CAADE each receiving an initial one-year approval. As CCAPP’s submission date was previous to CADTP and CAADE, we were pleased to see the announcement that they have subsequently gained their full accreditation. CADTP looks forward to making our re-accreditation announcement in early 2024.

Let’s explore the process for California counselor certifying agencies to achieve NCCA accreditation: Read Understanding National Accreditation for California Certifying Agencies

How CADTP Compares to Other Certifying Agencies in California

CADTP offers robust services for SUD Counselor certification. CADTP encourages you to be an informed consumer. Take a look at the comparison chart below to see how CADTP works hard to provide the most benefits of any California Certification Organization.

We did our best to research the comparison information below. There may be information that was not available at the time this chart was created. Customer service satisfaction is outside the scope of this research.

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California, a state known for its innovation and progressive thinking, is at the forefront of pioneering new methods in Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment. This article explores how SUD counselors in California are adopting novel approaches to enhance recovery outcomes.

In the ever-evolving landscape of addiction treatment, California's SUD counselors are leading the charge in implementing cutting-edge techniques and therapies. The state's diverse demographic and unique social challenges offer a fertile ground for pioneering methods tailored to meet the needs of a broad spectrum of individuals grappling with substance use disorders. Read Innovative Approaches in SUD Treatment in California

CADTP Fall Webinar Series Recordings Available

Did you miss the CADTP Fall Webinar Series?

You can still watch the video and gain all the great information from our Fall Webinar Series Presenters, including:

Nurturing Resilience Among Persons in Recovery: Practical Strategies for Sustained Recovery, Aven Sutton-Armstrong

Where's the Empathy in Addiction Counseling, Bob Tyler

Considering Associations Between Substance Use and Suicide: The Role of SUD Counselors, Jason Kilmer

Watch the Webinars Here

Harm Reduction Workshop

January 9, 2024 1:00 pm

A 2-part workshop that will explore the opportunity for harm reduction in clinical practice and effective linkage to care for people who use drugs. Discuss the meaning of non-judgemental care, or “radical neutrality”, and how that can improve patient outcomes. You will leave with an understanding of the evidence base of harm reduction strategies and the latest overdose prevention tools. The first workshop will occur on 01/09/2024, with Part Two taking place on 01/23/2024 from 1pm-2pm PST.

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As Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselors in California, you play a crucial role in the fight against impaired driving. Each year, countless lives are lost due to drunk driving, a preventable tragedy that continues to plague our roads. The statistics are alarming: about 31% of all traffic crash fatalities in the United States involve drunk drivers with Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) levels of 0.08 g/dL or higher. In 2021 alone, 13,384 individuals lost their lives in such incidents.

This issue is not just a national crisis but a local one that demands our attention and action. The numbers speak volumes. Over a decade from 2012 to 2021, an average of approximately 10,850 people per year died in drunk-driving crashes. This equates to one person being killed every 39 minutes in the United States in 2021 due to drunk driving. Despite the clear legal implications – driving drunk is illegal in every state – the problem persists. SUD Counselors are in a unique position to educate, prevent, and advocate against drunk driving. Here’s how you can make a difference: Driving Sober: A Critical Message for SUD Counselors to Share