MICHIGAN S ADDICTION PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION : MCBAP Specialty Certification Key Elements

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1 MICHIGAN S ADDICTION PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION : MCBAP Specialty Certification Key Elements Presented by: Karen Youngs Hartley, MPH MCBAP Executive Director December 8, 2015 Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals MCBAP Certifications Offered Key Elements: Requirements Application Process The Exams Development Plans 1

2 What is Certification? Certification is a form of credentialing. A voluntary set of standards for a specialty within a profession. It is a process by which a professional body grants recognition to persons who have met certain standards defined by that organization. Certification is designed to promote and maintain integrity and quality of the professional specialty. Protects public. MCBAP 2

3 Why be Certified? Assures the public you meet a defined level of competency within the specialty field of substance use disorder services. Be recognized as a professional who has demonstrated your ability to meet standards established by peers in the addictions field. Demonstrates specialized knowledge valuable in all areas of health and human services. Points with prospective employers. Provides standards for the evaluation of professionals seeking employment in the specialized area of substance abuse services and related behavioral health. Recognition throughout participating IC&RC member network portability. Specified by select public and private payers and authorities* MDHHS - Block Grant, Medicaid, MDOC contracts, CMH, BCBSM, MiLARA, VA. * Additional credentials may also be required. Why is expertise in substance use and addiction important? Number of US adults experiencing substance addiction = 23,000, Million Number of US adults receiving any addiction treatment = 2,300,000 (only 10%) Number of US adults experiencing harmful use of substances, below addiction level = 40,000, Million Added health care costs due to addiction = $40 Billion per year. Added health care costs due to harmful use = $80 Billion per year. Plus $$ billions of added costs in criminal justice, child welfare, employment, education, property damage, and other social cost centers. Source: A. Thomas McLelland, The Treatment Research Institute,

4 Professional knowledge in substance use disorders can result in: Higher professional performance Improved medical care response More accurate diagnosis, evaluation, and testing Fewer repeat demands on services Safer use of prescribed medications More effective reduction of criminal behavior Early intervention. More success stories. Less recidivism in health care and courts Healthier & safer individuals, families, and communities More community awareness of substance use impacts Lower preventable costs IC&RC International Standards - Setting Body International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium Membership of 80 + organizations Boards in 48 U. S. states, & 2 Territories All U.S. Military Branches U.S. Federal Court Administrator Indian Health Service boards World Federation of Therapeutic Communities ~20 foreign countries; newest: Spain, Japan, India Over 45,000 certified professionals Largest addiction professional certification system in the world Headquartered in Harrisburg, PA. 4

5 MCBAP Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals Mission: To provide public protection and promote quality services through certification of professionals engaging in the prevention of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug problems and the assessment, treatment, and recovery support in addictions. Certifications Offered in Michigan» Certified Prevention Specialist CPS» Certified Prevention Consultant - Reciprocal CPC-R» Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor CADC» Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor CAADC» Certified Clinical Supervisor CCS» Cert. Criminal Justice Addictions Professional CCJP» Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Professional CCDP» Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Prof. Diplomate CCDP-D» Certified Peer Recovery Mentor NEW CPRM» USDOT Substance Abuse Professional (exam) SAP 5

6 Building Blocks of Certification Education Experience Supervision Time Testing - Exam Code of Ethics Michigan Residency &/or Employment Continuing Education for Renewal Maintain Good Standing Payment of Fees Alcohol & Drug Counselor CADC Education: 270 (> 300) hours SUD specific & related 180 hours must be specific to alcohol/tobacco/drug. Experience: hours in SUD clinical services -Partial credit given for qualifying academic degrees Supervision: up to 300 hours clinical supervision Testing: IC&RC ADC exam ($165 & up) Counselor Code of Ethics: sign and adhere to code Residency: Live or work 51% or more in Michigan High School diploma or GED minimum; most have BA, BS, + Application / Fee: Complete forms, documentation, $150 CAADC ( Advanced ) is similar but requires a Masters degree in behavioral health field, and uses AADC exam. 6

7 Criminal Justice Addictions Professional CCJP Education: up to 300 hours in IC&RC CADC / CJ Domains Experience: hours in criminal justice population services Supervision: up to 300 hours in the CCJP domain functions Testing: IC&RC Criminal Justice Addictions Prof. exam ($165 & up) CCJP Code of Ethics: sign and adhere to code Residency: Live or work 51% or more in Michigan Application / Fee: Complete forms, documentation, $150 CCJP is a specialty skills oriented credential often gained by Probation and drug court staff. CCJP is recognized by MDOC and MDHHS-source funding authorities. CCJP credential will be restructured in 2017; will be directly linked with CADC; will require CADC exam + shorter CCJP supplemental exam. CADC holders will be able to add CJ specialty. Expanded reciprocity options for CCJP. CCJP Domains (Elements of current CCJP exam 2015) Dynamics of Addiction & Criminal Behavior Legal, Ethical, and Professional Responsibility Criminal Justice System & Process Clinical Evaluation; Screening & Assessment Treatment Planning Case Management, Monitoring, & Participant Supervision Counseling Skills CCJP unique Documentation CADC overlap 7

8 Education is Essential APPROVED SOURCE & APPROVED TOPIC Education may be formal classroom education, in-service, seminars, workshops, college courses; documentation required. College courses are the most valuable 1cr hr = 10 to 15 education hours. May include approved online and home study courses; distance learning (limited for initial applications). Education must be alcohol/drug specific and/or related to the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the tasks within the ICRC Domains. Education hours must have been completed not more than 10 years before date of certification application. Sources of Education College or University courses (accredited) Seminars and in-service education, - MCBAP approved State of Michigan or Federal MDHHS, MDOC, SCAO, USDOJ, MJI, MATCP Local / regional gov t: Health Depts, CMH, PIHPs, ISD, Courts Professional associations, as recognized by MCBAP Home study and online private courses (if approved) - limits for initial apps. Approved by other IC&RC member boards, or by NAADAC Approved providers, educational resources listed at 8

9 Experience Required Hours working for a licensed alcohol/drug or mental health treatment or prevention provider, court, corrections, accredited health agency, as appropriate. Some work at non-licensed programs may be accepted, especially from criminal justice system programs. Needs to include some substance use disorder focused service. Experience is in the ICRC Domains and related job tasks specific to the credential. Does not need to balanced evenly across all domains. Experience may be gained full or part time, as a volunteer, intern, or paid employee, for most credentials. Must have been done within the past 10 years prior to certification application. Internships, practicums, or trainee field work may count towards experience. Supervised Experience ( Usually a Subpart of Your Experience) Formal systematic process that focuses on skill development and integration of knowledge. Takes place in a setting where services are being provided, appropriate to the credential. Related to work in the ICRC professional performance domains; usually at least 10 hours in each domain. Occurs as a part of eligible work experience and may be completed under more than one agency and/or supervisor. Supervised internship, practicum, field work time may qualify. Supervisor verification required. Co-Supervisor may be at different agency if necessary. Supervisor qualifications appropriate to job functions. Supervision hours requirements vary by credential. CCJP up to 300 hours. 9

10 Testing - Exams Pass IC&RC examination specific to the credential; pre-approval not required take it when ready, but prepare. Register and pay fee via MCBAP. All IC&RC exams are based on role delineation studies and job task analysis. Updated every 5 7 years. IC&RC recommended study guides and other resources may be found via IC&RC site: Study Guides links at MCBAP website: > exams No current CCJP study guide known to be commercially available. CADC exam is most similar for content. IC&RC Exams: Computer exams are offered at selected sites in any month (computer-based testing CBT). MAFE (Michigan Addiction Fundamentals Exam) offered as an entry level exam precertification required by some payers, may count for 35 education hours credits (IC&RC levels) or for 6 education hours (Peer Recovery Mentor). More about Testing Two ways to take IC&RC exams: Computer-based testing (CBT) $165* - most popular 2- step registration process via MCBAP Preliminary score same day Final results in 3-4 weeks Scheduled on request, any month Multiple test center sites currently 7 testing sites around Michigan Paper and pencil written format $175* Results in 4 6 weeks 2-3 dates per year, next open is March 11, Limited test locations up to 3, Lansing, + as needed Will be discontinued March, 2017, except for special need. ~ days Advance registration required. No walk-ins. No refunds. Limited rescheduling changes, $25* reschedule fee. Examination application forms are at: Scores may be used for applications to any IC&RC board. * prices 10

11 Ethical Conduct Know and follow the MCBAP professional Code of Ethics; see ( within Certification sections). Minimum of six (6) hours of MCBAP-approved ethics education, appropriate to the credential required for initial application. Ethics education must be face-to-face (live), or MCBAP approved alternative. University courses may count if focused on ethics of practice, structured code of ethics, appropriate to the credential. Ethics courses posted on in Education Resources > Onsite Training Calendar feature. Common Features in MCBAP Codes of Ethical Standards 1. Non-Discrimination 2. Personal Responsibility 3. Professional Competence 4. Professional Standards 5. Public Statements 6. Material Credit 7. Recipient/Client Welfare 8. Confidentiality 9. Professional Integrity 10. Remuneration 11. Societal Obligations 12. Professional Obligations 11

12 Residency Requirement For IC&RC primary certification - Must live or work within the State of Michigan for at least 51% of the time. Allowances made for persons in active military service, and persons living in states with no IC&RC Board offering desired credential. Providing true and accurate information about this is part of your ethical responsibilities. MCBAP Application Process Application guides and forms online: Review and prepare required documents Experience verification Education list and proofs Supervision verification Passage of IC&RC examination Ethics Requirements Residency Proof of required degree or diploma. Register via MCBAP for and take examination; get passing score Submit completed application, all documentation, and fee to MCBAP for processing. allow at least 4 weeks for MCBAP review 12

13 Maintaining Certification Initial certification is valid for 2 years. Renewals are currently issued for 1 year or 2 years (your choice) You are responsible to keep your proofs of education; copies may be required with renewal application for 2 renewal cycles, and random audits thereafter. 20 hours education per year required (average). [10 for CPRM] Multiple credentials do not require additional CE hours. CEUs may be done via online / distance learning, in-services, live classes, etc. Limited credit given for professional papers, publications, teaching. ARMS I and II can be maintained, but not obtained new. Development Plans For persons who are preparing for certification; on a professional track for certification. Not all payers require or accept. Some employers may require by policy. Allows candidate to work under certain funding prior to certification. Employer-sponsored and co-signed. Time period of Plan depends on specific certification; most common is 3 years; may be longer for part-time workers. Not renewable once ended. It is an agreement by employee/candidate and employer; plans the steps towards completing certification. Is not a required prerequisite for MCBAP certification. Registration fee $50 (one time) 13

14 Fee Schedule as of [MCBAP receives no governmental or other public funds to cover expenses] Application materials: free downloads - Initial IC&RC Certification Fee $ Renewal Fee (2 year).. $ / $65 CPRM Renewal Fee (1 year) $85.00 / $45 CPRM Additional certif. renewals $25.00 each Development Plan fee. $50.00 New Peer Recovery Mentor $65.00 Initial Separate IC&RC International paper certificate $25.00 Exam Fees IC&RC for Board Certification $ $ IC&RC Peer Recovery Exam.. $ Mi. Addiction Fundaments Exam (MAFE) $ Contact Information MCBAP 6639 Centurion Dr., Suite 170 Lansing, MI info.mcbap@gmail.com Executive Director: Karen Hartley, BS, MPH khartley.mcbap@gmail.com 14