Due to high demand, the VCB Board of Directors have extended the grandparenting of the CAADC until July 31, 2017. We hope this allows those professionals who need more time to meet the deadline. If you have any questions, you may email info@vacertboard.org. The application may be found here.
RECERTIFICATION
Professionals have two options to complete the recertification process:
VCB is a private, non-profit corporation which offers voluntary credentialing to the substance abuse and other behavioral health professional. VCB implements standards and testing for certification of addiction counselors, prevention specialists, clinical supervisors, criminal justice addictions professionals, and peer recovery specialists. Read More
VCB developed an outline for the general requirements for certification, as well as the requirements to obtain other credentials. For more detailed requirements please review each document: Career Ladder: General, Career Ladder: CSAC and VCB Certifications, Career Ladder: Prevention.
VCB is a proud member of IC&RC, the global leader in the credentialing of prevention, addiction treatment, and recovery professionals. Organized in 1981, it provides standards and examinations to certification and licensing boards in 24 countries, 47 states and territories, five Native American regions, and all branches of the U.S. military.
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