CCAPP

06/11/2026

Join MCC attendees and community members for an exciting evening celebrating culture, connection, and community.

On July 17, join us for Salsa, Banda & Cumbias Night - included with conference registration.

Dance, network, and join the community.

More information, including registration, at the link in the comments.

06/11/2026

Become a Certified Peer Recovery Mentor (CPRM) in California.

Initial application is $150 ($50 for CCAPP individual members) for this career ladder for those who share similar experiences with mental health or substance use disorders.

More at the link in the comments.

06/11/2026

Highly addictive and surging in popularity, ni****ne pouches are heavily marketed to teens and young adults. Here’s what else a Stanford Medicine expert thinks you should know.

Highly addictive and surging in popularity, ni****ne pouches are heavily marketed to teens and young adults. Here’s what else a Stanford Medicine expert thinks you should know.

06/10/2026

Advancing in the SUD profession starts with understanding your pathway.

CCAPP Credentialing provides the structure and clarity to help you get there. The CCAPP Career Ladder outlines each credential level, the requirements behind them, and how they connect to long‑term professional growth. Whether you’re entering the field or preparing for your next advancement, CCAPP offers a trusted framework to guide your progress.

With recognized credentials, clear expectations, and support at every stage, CCAPP Credentialing helps you build a career rooted in competence, credibility, and confidence.

Explore your pathway: https://ccappcredentialing.org/sud-career-ladder/
Learn about credentials: https://ccappcredentialing.org/

06/10/2026

Join us for our twelfth annual Multicultural Conference July 17-19 in Bakersfield!

Experts in diverse populations will bring the latest research and education to you. Earn up to 18 CEs!

CCAPP members get a discount off registration! Free powwow and drag show!

06/10/2026

Our CCAPP Credentialing team is back with another one of your most‑asked livestream questions: how do I officially get started as an SUD counselor?

This week, Kimberly and Marisol break down the very first step: registering as an RADT Trainee I and what you’ll need to begin your pathway with confidence.

We’ll be here every week sharing insights, updates, and highlights from our livestreams to support your credentialing journey.

Be part of the live discussion every Monday at 10:00 AM on Facebook at or .

06/10/2026

Emergency departments are not designed for ongoing mental health support, and delays or limited access to specialized care can make it harder to stabilize patients.

Healthcare Brew covers pharmaceutical developments, health startups, the latest tech, and how it impacts hospitals and providers to keep administrators and providers informed.

06/09/2026

Being ethical in the marketing of your addiction treatment organization or services is more important than ever.

Learn to market your program ethically with this six-course program from our partner the National Behavioral Health Association of Providers.

Get the Certified Admissions and Marketing Specialist (CAMS) credential.

Can be taken in any order and all online.

Learn about it on the site linked in the first comment.

06/09/2026

Curious what CCAPP membership really offers? 🌟 From major savings on credentialing to free and discounted CEs, conference perks, advocacy support, and resources that keep you connected statewide, membership is built to help you grow, save, and stay informed. 💼📘

Explore the benefits and see why CCAPP membership truly pays for itself.

06/09/2026

New research from Newcastle University suggests that drinking a daily glass of 100% fruit juice or a smoothie as part of the country’s 5-a-day nutrition recommendation may help improve mental well-being.

Researchers found that a simple addition to a 5-a-day diet was associated with improved mental well-being in adults with low fruit and vegetable intake.