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The certifications are unique for several reasons. Preparation for each certification equips individuals with the specific skills and knowledge necessary in a substance abuse treatment facility, as well as the specialized training necessary for effective opioid treatment. Specialized certifications for opioid treatment clinicians provide persons served, their family members, regulatory agencies, accreditation bodies and other stakeholders assurance of the competence of the clinical treatment team. It also protects opioid treatment clinicians in the practice of their professions by having the professional recognition of a national certifying body. NOTCA also provides a reciprocal process for substance abuse counselors with certifications recognized by state and national boards.
This entry level certificate would be made available to any professional who is actively seeking certification but has not yet fulfilled all requirements. The Provisional Certificate is awarded, with the expectation that the clinician granted the certificate would meet the standards within one year of issuance.
Certification is a voluntary one for the professional desiring to attain the Certified Opioid Treatment Clinician credential. The COTC is one who demonstrates competence, skill and knowledge in his/her specialty field of treatment modalities for heroine and other opioid addictions. NOTCA strives to recognize the unique specialty of working in the field of opioid treatment.
The National Opioid Treatment Clinicians Association (NOTCA) was established
in 1999 by the Georgia Methadone Providers Coalition (GMPC) to review and
authenticate clinical competency, by a credentialing process, for opioid
treatment counselors, supervisors and nurses. October 2007, NOTCA was established
as an independent non-profit organization.
