Step 1
Complete all of the following
- Complete the following 46 hours of NYCB approved Foundational Role Training 30-hour CCAR Recovery Coach Academy (RCA) or NYCB approved equivalent 16-hour CCAR Ethical Considerations for Recovery Coaches & Peer Advocates NYCB approved equivalent Or all-inclusive 46-hour training 4 hours of NYCB approved Medication Supported Recovery 10 hours of NYCB approved CARC Electives
List of Approved Foundational Role Trainings

You can find the upcoming trainings below
For-NY offers trainings; go to For-Ny and navigate to the "Training" dropdown and select "Upcoming Trainings."
ASAPNYS Events

You can find the list at the link of the 10-hour Approved CARC Elective Courses here
Step 2
Apply to become a Certified Addiction Recovery Coach
- Complete and submit application
  You can find the instructions for setting up an account and the link to the application here
Earn Addiction Recovery Coach Certification
- Finish

Become a Certified Addiction Recovery Coach

We're going to ask you a few questions to provide you with all the resources you need to start you on your path to certification.

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