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updated 10/30/2008

The Rhode Island Certification Process is designed to measure counselor competency .
RIBCCDP recognizes that Chemical Dependency Counselors, Prevention Specialists,
Student Assistance Counselors and Criminal Justice Professionals are necessarily
educated in a wide range of disciplines, therapeutic approaches and counseling techniques.

The Chemical Dependency profession is comprised of persons with diverse educational and
experiential backgrounds. This certification system is designed to accommodate and
evaluate those counselors who are experientially trained as well as those who are
academically trained. It defines the core knowledge and skill bases needed by all
counselors regardless of treatment setting or professional training and orientation.

The RIBCCDP defines a baseline standard for all credentials offered. Counselors are given
recognition for meeting specific predetermined criteria in substance abuse. Voluntary
professional certification is not intended as a license to practice, nor as a qualification for a
certain position. It may be accepted as a preferred or alternate credential by an employer,
civil service system, state licensing body or third-party underwriter. This system provides
the counselor with a tool for marketing his/her skills and competence. It defines the unique
role of the Advanced Chemical Dependency Professional II, Advanced Chemical Dependency
Professional, Chemical Dependency Clinical Supervisor, Prevention Specialist, Student
Assistance Counselor, Co-Occurring Disorder Professional and Criminal Justice
Professional as health and human service providers.

The RIBCCDP has been a participating member in the International Certification &
Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) since 1988. The IC&RC sets international standards for
counselor competency and develops and maintains written examinations for each
reciprocal credential offered. For more information on the IC&RC, please follow the link
provided. I nternational C ertification& R eciprocity C onsortium/A lcohol & O ther D rug A buse -
(IC&RC/AODA)

Rhode Island Board for the Certification of Chemical
Dependency Professionals
31 SMITH AVENUE - 3 REAR GREENVILLE, RI 02828

Tele#: (401) 349-3822 FAX#: (401)349-3833 TDD#: 1-800-745-5555 Email: ricert@msn.com

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IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING DEADLINES

Applications and requalification/recertification applications must be POSTMARKED by the
required DEADLINE DATE

THE RIBCCDP HAS MOVED!!!!!!!
PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW CONTACT INFO:
R.I.B.C.C.D.P.
31 SMITH AVENUE - 3 REAR
GREENVILLE, R.I. 02828
PHONE: (401)349-3822
FAX: (401)349-3833

DIRECTIONS
Take 295 North to exit 7B (Greenville Exit). Continue on Rt. 44 West for approximately 2.6 miles
through 6 red lights. At the SEVENTH red light, take a left onto Smith Avenue - Rt. 116 South, (St.
Thomas Episcopal Church on corner). We are located approximately 0.2 miles down on the right
hand side- dark gray building. The outside sign says 29 Smith Avenue. Park in rear parking lot.
Our office is on the second floor, left hand side #3.

IMPORTANT UPDATE

All Licensing of LCDP & LCDCS has transferred to the Department of
Health.
PLEASE NOTE: ACDP II, ACDP & CDCS application fee is $200.00.
Upon successful passing of the ICRC/AODA written examination.
Applicants will be sent a License application with their scores.
Completed License applications should be sent directly to the Dept.
of Health .

The Recertification fees for ACDP II, ACDP & CDCS's fee is $215.
PLEASE NOTE: Your ACDP II, ACDP & CDCS Expiration date is
noted on your RIBCCDP certificate. All recertification documentation
must be submitted sixty (60) days prior to your expiration date. Your
recertification date is NOT the same as your relicensing date. You
must maintain your certification in order to be eligible for relicensure.

You must confirm current certification and pay your relicensing fee
directly to the Department of Health prior to receiving your new
license in 2010.

New Assurance & Release for all certified through the RIBCCDP
(click link)
These new forms will be included in all initial applications and recertification applications.
This new policy applies immediately to ALL individuals certified through the RIBCCDP.

The RIBCCDP offers monthly trainings on the certification process
at DATA - 102 Dupont Dr. Providence, RI 02907. Please contact
DATA at (401)521-5759 to sign up for a training.
2008 Trainings

June 17, 2009 - 9:00am

updated 6/1/2009

RIBCCDP'S HOURS OF OPERATION

The RIBCCDP will be physically open on Tuesdays after 3pm and Wednesdays from 8am
through 5pm. On Monday, Thursday and Fridays, all phone messages and emails will be
returned in a timely manner. If you wish to drop by the office, please call prior to coming.
We actively participate on committees and Boards in the Substance Abuse field.

updated 6/1/2009

                                VACANT CCJP SEAT

The Selection Committee of the RIBCCDP is seeking a representative to fill a vacant Certified
Criminal Justice Professional seat on the Board. Any candidate interested in being
nominated for this seat must submit the following:
* Resume
* 3 Letters of Reference which are specifically addressing Board membership
             from the following:
     - One from most recent Supervisor
     - One from Executive Program Director (or Chairman of the Board when applicable).
      - One from a colleague
      * Brief statement explaining why you are interested in serving on the RIBCCDP

These requirements must be submitted by the deadline date of July 1, 2009 in order to be
eligible to be nominated. The term of this CCJP seat ends July 2010.

Responsibilities of a Board member include:

    * Participation in quarterly Board meetings held at 31 Smith Avenue - 3 Rear, Greenville,
       RI 02828
    * Committee meetings - must participate in two committees.
    * Other duties may be required.

Please send your application to: RIBCCDP 31 Smith Ave. - 3 Rear, Greenville, RI 02828.