Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation

		Major Tom Tuppenney CACCF President Presidents Message
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MISSION STATEMENT The Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation strives to continuously offer the most effective and credible certifications to all addiction specific counsellors in Canada.			• Board of Directors • Staff Members • Roly Gatin Award
		• Membership Application • Membership Fees • Certification Requirements • Value of Certification • Canon of Ethics • Professional Conduct Review
Formerly known as the Addiction Intervention Association, the Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation (CACCF), was formed in 1985. The CACCF is a voluntary non-profit organization, which has regional representation across all Canadian provinces and territories. The CACCF is also an active member of the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC). MORE . . .

Updated Recertification Application
(January 4th, 2012)
The Recertification Application for current members has been revised and more user friendly (fill in form option). Form can be found for handy download on our "Downloads" page.

CACCF and Social Media
(December 23, 2011)
The CACCF recognizes the value of Social Media and now has accounts opened on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube.
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CACCF Comes of Age
(December 19, 2011)
Effective April 1st 2012 CACCF examinations will be administered through computer based testing sites across Canada.
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RSAE and RSAS Certifications - FAQs
(December 9, 2011)
As a response to many inquries from both our Members and other candidates regarding these new certifications, the CACCF is posting a section for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). Please feel free to browse through the FAQs regarding the Registered Substance Abuse Expert (RSAE) and Registered Substance Abuse Supervisor (RSAS) certificates.
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Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment - $1.9 billion in savings at Québec's fingertips
(November 28, 2011)
Canada Newswire (CNW) cites the recent findings of a 2009 study conducted by SECOR on behalf of Portage (www.portage.ca)
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CACCF Launches our new RSAE and RSAS Certifications
(November 14, 2011)
The CACCF in partnership with S.A.E. Psychological Consulting Ltd. has developed two new certifications: Registered Substance Abuse Expert (RSAE) and Registered Substance Abuse Supervisor (RSAS). The CACCF is now taking applications. Organizations, clinicians and our Members can find more information our Certifications or Downloads area. For a complete overview here >>>> More . . .

New Masters Level Program with a focus in Addictions and Mental Health
(October 18, 2011)
University of Lethbridge Masters Level program begins September of 2012. Pre-approved for Certification Educational hours.
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Employment Opportunities
Various opportunities for those seeking employment in the addictions field or related jobs, are posted on the CACCF Job Board. Employers wishing to advertise in this area can contact the CACCF to have their ad posted.
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