Certificate of Proficiency
by College of Professional Psychology
The Certificate of Proficiency is a uniform national credential offered exclusively to licensed psychologists who meet the following criteria:
- Possess a current state or provincial license in good standing to engage in the the independent practice of psychology;
- Have treated alcohol and other psychoactive substance use disorders as a licensed psychologist for at least 1 year during the last 3 years;
- Provide health services in psychology;
- Successfully complete the College of Professional Psychology's examination in the treatment of alcohol and other psychoactive substance use disorders.
The application fee for the certification is $325 for APA members and $395 for non-members.
To obtain more information or to request application materials contact:
College of Professional Psychology
APA Practice Organization
750 First Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002-4242
Phone: (202) 336-6100
Fax: (202) 336-5797
Email: apacollege@apa.org
Download the application.
