The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared that registration for the Certified Investigator (CI) Initial Certification Course is now open. Classes available are for the May – August 2025 CI Initial Certification Course classes (also known as cohorts). Register now at MyODP’s website, and review communication ODPANN 25-031 for registration information and additional details.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared information on four new virtual 2025 Quality Management Certification Classes.
Registration opens March 5, 2025. You can log into MyODP to register.
Class Dates:
Please view announcement ODPANN 25-024 for information and details.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) contracts with Temple University Harrisburg to deliver the ODP Certified Investigator (CI) Program. ODP and Temple University have developed a new lesson that, in addition to the exam, must be completed as part of the recertification process.
The new lesson is called “Recertification Review: The Certified Investigator’s Role in the Investigative Process.” This lesson will provide an overview of the investigation process as well as cover anything that has changed in the CI Manual since the CI’s last certification. This new requirement is effective beginning with May 2025 recertifications.
Additionally, there will be some timeframe changes to when the recertification exam is available, beginning with May 2025 recertifications.
Please view announcement ODPANN 25-016 for additional information and details.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 24-079, which states that registration is now open for newly added 2024 virtual classes. The classes will be held on:
View the announcement for registration details.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has released ODPANN 24-075, which announces that registration for the September – December Certified Investigator (CI) Initial Certification Course cohorts is now open in MyODP. Please view the communication for details.
The newly established Pennsylvania Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals (PCC AP) is now offering certification and training for clinical supervisors and counselors who provide clinical treatment services in licensed substance use disorder (SUD) treatment facilities. Historically in Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB) has provided these certifications and trainings.
PCC AP, which also offers SUD and mental health peer certification, is affiliated with the Pennsylvania Association of Addiction Professionals and the National Association of Addiction Professionals (NAADAC). Both PCB and PCC AP/NAADAC offer certifications and training beneficial to those in the SUD field.
PCC AP aligns with Pennsylvania regulations and is currently providing a test-exempt period from February 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. During this time, field licensure or certification holders can obtain PCC AP certification without a test, including certification for peers, counselors, and supervisors.
Detailed information about each certification level, including application processes and fees, can be found on the NAADAC website. Additionally, an FAQ page is available.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 24-026. The purpose of this announcement is to communicate that registration for the May – August CI Initial Certification Course classes (also known as cohorts) is now open on MyODP. Please view the announcement for information on how to access and register for the trainings.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 23-102: Now Open: Registration for Certified Investigator (CI) Initial Certification Course. The Initial CI Certification Course was created to ensure that all incidents requiring an investigation receive a systematic review that meets established standards. To perform investigations, the CI candidate must successfully complete all requirements of the CI Initial Certification Course. The CI Initial Certification process, as well as steps for registering for the CI Initial Certification course, are described in ODPANN 23-102. Please review the announcement for information and details.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has shared ODPANN 23-067: Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024 Supports Broker Recertification Training. The purpose of this communication is to announce that Department-approved Supports Broker recertification training is available for the first seven months of Fiscal Year 2023/24. Please review the announcement for the available dates, and note that registration information will be forthcoming.
The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is sharing ODPANN 23-044: Now Open: Registration for Certified Investigator (CI) Initial Certification Course. The purpose of this announcement is to communicate that registration for the July–December 2023 CI Initial Certification Course classes (also known as cohorts) is now open on MyODP. View the announcement for a course description and registration details.
