The CCDP-NJ is a non-reciprocal credential only recognized in New Jersey. There is no degree requirement and no exam requirement for the CCDP-NJ. The CCDP-NJ treats clients who have a primary diagnosis of co-occurring disorder that includes both mental illness and addiction problems. The CCDP is not a clinical practice credential and should only be used for work within behavioral health care settings.
Private practice counselors must have a license approved by the Division of Consumer Affairs to provide independent counseling.
Training:
200 hours Education/Training:
- 140 hours must be in COD specific training (addiction and mental disorders combined)
- 30 hours must be related to mental illness and recovery.
- 30 hours must be related to addiction and recovery.
- Of the 200 hours, 6 hours must be in ethics specific.
- See education options within Education Section of this application.
EXPERIENCE:
Co-Occurring Disorder Professional work experience requires a minimum of 1,000 hours in a Certification Board approved setting that includes treatment for Co- Occurring Consumers.
- 200 hour Practicum in a COD specific job description completed within the last year
- Initial review and certification fee: $200
Qualified applicants may fill out the Certified Co-Occurring Disorder Professional-NJ Application (pdf).
Recertification is required every 2 years.
40 Hours of continuing education hours must be in CCDP related topics from an approved provider every 2 years (topics include but are not limited to Mental Health and Alcohol and Drug related coursework), submission of the recertification application and a $200 Non-refundable recertification fee.