The Rhode Island Board for Certification of Chemical Dependency Professionals
Code of Ethics is based upon the NAADAC Ethical Standards of Alcoholism and Drug
Abuse Professionals.  All persons certified or applying for certification must
subscribe to the RIBCCDP Code of Ethics.  This Code of Ethics is adopted to aid in
the delivery of the highest quality of professional care to persons seeking chemical
dependency services.  These standards will assist the addiction professional to
determine the propriety of his/her conduct in relationships with clients, recipients,
colleagues, members of allied professions, and the public.

Violation of the RIBCCDP Code of Ethics shall be deemed as grounds for discipline.  
Engaging in unethical conduct includes, in addition to violation of the Principles
enumerated herein, any other violation which is harmful or detrimental to the
profession or to the public.  RIBCCDP Disciplinary Procedures apply to the following:
 CDP, CIT, PCCDP, Prevention Professionals, CCJP, CCDP-D, CCDP, PCCDP, SAC &
RCS.  For individuals Licensed as a LCDCS or LCDP, please refer to the
Administrative Procedures Act for Investigatory/Disciplinary Processes. Note: Any
sanctions imposed against an LCDP/LCDCS by the RIBLCDP/RIDOH will also be
imposed against any RIBCCDP issued certification(s).

TO FILE A COMPLAINT PLEASE CLICK HERE - (updated 11/21/2008)

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR RIBCCDP'S CODE OF ETHICS & DISCIPLINARY
PROCEDURES FOR TREATMENT PROFESSIONALS

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR RIBCCDP'S CODE OF ETHICS & DISCIPLINARY
PROCEDURES FOR PREVENTION PROFESSIONALS
Rhode Island Board for the Certification of
Chemical Dependency Professionals

CODE OF ETHICS