The Associate Prevention Professional (APP) is an entry level certification targeted toward students or beginning professionals who are learning prevention skills and entering the field. An APP is a professional that uses specific knowledge and skill sets to provide services and/or programs aimed at preventing or reducing problems caused by the use of alcohol and other drugs. The APP credential is designed to support an applicant’s progress toward becoming a Certified Prevention Professional (CPP) in Washington State.
An APP will have $25 applied from their APP certification fee toward their CPP application fee. This is a one-time benefit. An APP with a lapsed certification will not be eligible for this benefit.
The APP is not eligible for reciprocity with IC&RC. The APP certificate is issued for a two-year period and can be renewed for one additional two-year period. An APP wanting to renew their APP status must show progress toward attaining the necessary ‘training’ and ‘work experience’ required to become a CPP. Following a renewal, an APP wishing to be certified in Washington State must apply for a CPP credential. An APP can, however, submit an application to become a CPP at any time prior to renewal.