Professional Organizations
Professional Organizations
There are many professional organizations that students and professionals join to gain access to training, networking, job search, and other opportunities. A few of the most useful for addiction professionals are: The Association for Addictions Professionals (NAADAC), American Psychological Association (APA), and the Case Management Society of America (CMSA). Depending on your plans, it is recommended that you join one or all of these. There are state level associations that might interest you too.
The Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC)
The membership fee is discounted for students. This includes a monthly professional magazine with news from the field, job opportunities, and free trainings.
American Psychological Association (APA)
The membership fee is discounted for students. You receive a magazine each month, opportunities for training and job search information. There are state level groups too that hold annual state conferences. There is a national annual conference too.
Case Management Society of America (CMSA)
They have discounted rates for students and military (retired/active). You receive a quarterly journal, opportunities for training, and networking opportunities. They hold a national conference annually and have services to help beginning professionals.