The Center for Addiction Studies and Research is a Washington State Department of Health accepted distance-learning provider of continuing education for Washington SUDP substance abuse certification.
Washington SUDP Certification Continuing Education Requirements and Courses
Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP)
Documentation of 40 hours of continuing education every two years including 4 hours related to professional ethics.
Documentation of at least 3 hours of training in suicide assessment, screening, and referral every 6 years.
Required Courses
Ethics for Addiction Professionals
Ethics for Addiction Professionals
SKU: n/a.
$100
This course focuses on legal issues, ethical principles and professional considerations commonly faced by addiction professionals.
Topics covered include:
Ethical principles and legal issues in addiction counseling
Counselor-client relationships
Transference/countertransference
Boundary issues
Clinical supervision and counselor competence
Professional readiness
Federal Confidentiality Regulations (42 CFR Part 2)
The HIPAA Privacy Rule
Application of NAADAC Code Ethics in professional practice
Complete your Washington SUDP continuing education requirements through our convenient and flexible distance learning addiction education format. The Center for Addiction Studies and Research offers self-paced, home study Washington SUDP approved distance learning coursework. Whether you are looking for Washington SUDP continuing education, or have questions regarding the Washington SUDP recertification process, The Center for Addiction Studies and Research can help you with any of your questions regarding becoming or renewing an SUDP in Washington.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why become a Washington SUDP substance abuse counselor?
The substance abuse treatment field is facing a nationwide shortage of trained addiction treatment counselors. More than 24 million people across the United States are in need of treatment for alcohol and substance abuse related problems. Approximately 5,000 new counselors are needed annually to keep up with the current demand for treatment services. By receiving substance abuse counselor training and becoming a Washington SUDP, you can help reduce this shortage and make a difference in people’s lives.
How do I become a substance abuse counselor in Washington?
To receive a Washington SUDP substance abuse certification, you will need to document successful completion of addiction studies educational requirements, supervised work experience hours, and pass a state certification examination. To view SUDP specific addiction continuing education requirements, please select the tabs above.
For more information regarding the Washington SUDP certification, recertification, and continuing education requirements, please contact our office.
How do Washington SUDP online addiction courses work?
Select from our pre-approved Washington SUDP addiction studies coursework listed above.
Read through the Washington SUDP addiction education required for substance abuse recertification.
Complete the multiple choice exams.
Receive certificates of completion following the successful completion of each substance abuse counselor training.
How does the Washington SUDP online addiction certification process work?
Upon successful completion of your online addiction courses, you will need to submit your certificates of completion along with the rest of your application packet to the state board.
Please note that coursework from the Center for Addiction Studies and Research can currently only be used towards Washington SUDP recertification / continuing education.
Where can I receive Washington SUDP continuing education?
We offer Washington SUDP approved continuing education. To view SUDP specific continuing education requirements or to view our list of approved addiction education, please select the SUDP tab under Washington SUDP Continuing Education Requirements and Courses.
For more information regarding the Washington SUDP continuing education requirements, please contact our office.
