CMHRPS

Applicant attests to lived experience as an adult who has been in recovery for a minimum of two years from a substance use or mental health condition.

Notice: Grandparenting period is open from June 1, 2020, to December 31, 2020.

The career ladder is designed to advance upward. It is not permissible to step down the ladder from any level.

PERFORMANCE DOMAINS

• Advocacy
• Mentoring
• Recovery Support
• Professional Responsibility

CERTIFICATION FEES

• Certification Application: $100 ($50 if a BHAP individual member https://bhap.us/membership/)
• Exam: Fee waived
• Annual Renewal: $75 ($25 if a BHAP individual member https://bhap.us/membership/)

STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED)
• 500 hours of supervised work and/or volunteer experience providing peer-to-peer recovery support services
• 40 hours of content-specific training
• 3 letters of recommendation for certification
• Attest to lived experience (select from Adult, Family, Veteran, or Youth)
• Agree to be bound by the Mental Health Professional Code of Conduct
• Exam waived during grand-parenting period
• Submit all required CMHRPS certification forms and fees

MAINTAINING CERTIFICATION

• Complete 10 continuing education credits from an BHAP approved provider prior to CMHRPS expiration annually
• Follow the Mental Health Professional Code of Conduct
• Submit all required documentation and the renewal fee by June 30 each year (Renewal fee: $75)

40 Hour Approved Education Providers

https://riinternational.com/consulting/training/certified-peer-support-specialist-training/
https://ccappeducation.org/index.php/peer-support
http://acgpeersupport.com/
https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/evNRCzpEwpSMgKJIXR9u-
https://www.mentalhealthpartnerships.org/institute/
https://secure2.convio.net/dabsa/site/SPageServer/?pagename=education_training_consulting
http://prpsn.org/services/training-consultation/
https://bhap.us/education/

Endorsements

Certified Recovery Peer Specialist-Adult (CMHRPS-A)

Applicant attests to lived experience as an adult who had been in recovery for a minimum of two years from a substance use or mental health condition.

Certified Recovery Peer Specialist-Family (CMHRPS-F)

Applicant attests to lived experience as a family member or caregiver to another individual who has or is in recovery from a substance use or mental health condition.

Certified Recovery Peer Specialist-Veteran (CMHRPS-V)

Applicant attests to lived experience as a veteran of the armed forces who has been in recovery for a minimum of two years from a substance use or mental health condition.

Certified Recovery Peer Specialist-Youth (CRPS-Y)

Applicant attests to lived experience as an individual currently between the ages of 18 and 29 who experienced a significant life challenge(s) during the ages of 14 - 25 and is living a wellness and/or recovery oriented lifestyle for at least two years.

Application Processing Times

Application processing times can take four to six. All steps in an application must be submitted in full, must be complete, and must be accurate. An application is complete when every step has a green bubble. A green bubble with a white checkmark means CCAPP staff have verified and approved that step. Any step that is rejected will have a red bubble and must be corrected by the applicant. The processing time will be delayed and not resume until the applicant corrects the rejected step and re-submits all/any rejected steps.

Mental Health Counselors and Specialists Certified, or Qualified by CCAPP

In order to assist clients, employers and state regulators in the verification and referral processes, CCAPP has developed "The CCAPP Credentailing MHC Registry" for identifying qualified treatment professionals in good standing with CCAPP Сredentialing MHC. The term “pending” may identify one of the following: pending administrative review, nonpayment of renewal dues, and/or declined credit card and/or a check provided that has been sent back with the status of non-sufficient funds.

 

Certemy User Tips

• Do not use multiple email accounts. If you need to change your email address, see below.

• Do not use your work email address. Accessing your Certemy account if you change jobs will become difficult, especially if you forget your password. Changing your email address is not a simple process and takes time. Avoid delays by using a personal email address.

• When opening a new application, do not use alternate email accounts. Re-enter the exact same information (name, email address, password) you submitted for the original application.

• Email or other profile changes must either be submitted through our [Contact Us] section or relayed to CCAPP personnel directly through a phone call or direct email.

• Password resets are done through the Certemy login portal with the [Forgot password?] button.

• Name changes are done in account by selecting the [profile details] link from the profile icon in the top right.

• Be precise in your spelling: your documents are printed according to the information you provide.

• If you require assistance, use our information request form.

Begin the CMHRPS Application

CADC-CAS

Perfect Your Purpose

CADC-CAS offers employers and clients a greater sense of your capabilities and experience. Renewing your Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor - Certified Addiction Specialist with CCAPP will give you the recognition you deserve to move forward in the profession. Having the CADC-CAS is an accomplishment that tells the world you have the commitment and dedication needed to promote change and save lives.

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CADC-CAS

Initial Credential

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Renewal Requirements

CADC-CAS

Important Renewal Information

Renewal of Certification hours - Clarification

Continuing Education: Alcohol/Drug Counseling CCAPP (provider numbers are required)

• • • Workshops/seminars: Counseling Skills Basic Courses including at Masters Level may not be used for renewal. Must be given by approved providers with current CCAPP approved provider numbers. It is the responsibility of the applicant to make sure that the workshop has an approved provider number. All documentation must have the approved provider number and be in advanced alcohol/drug skills.
    • Design/Implementation/Presentation of Alcohol/Drug Counseling Topics for an approved CCAPP provider number. (Document by submitting a letter from administrator, supervisor or coordinator of activity starting date, type of activity, hours involved, outline of activities, and sample brochures, handouts, and other educational materials).
    • Initial oral training by Approved ICRC/AODA Supervisors. (Document by submitting a copy of Certificate)
    • Trainers receive 1 hour for preparation for each hour if training and each hour for presentation.

Certemy User Tips

• • Use one email account. If you need to change your email, see the information below.
  • Don't use your work email. If you change jobs, it can be hard to access your Certemy account, especially if you forget your password. Changing your email is not easy and takes time. To avoid delays, use a personal email address.
  • When starting a new application, don't use a different email if you already have a Certemy account. Use the same name, email, and password you used for your original application.
  • To change your email or other profile details, you need to submit a request through the [Contact Us] section or tell CCAPP staff directly by phone or email.
  • To reset your password, go to the Certemy login page and click the [Forgot password?] button.
  • To change your name, go to your Certemy account and select the [profile details] link from the profile icon in the top right.
  • Be careful with your spelling. Your documents will be printed based on the information you provide.
  • If you need help, use our information request form.