The PCB Ethics Committee underwent a thorough review of the PCB Code of Ethical Conduct recently which resulted in the PCB Board of Directors approval of the revisions. The revisions are effective immediately for everyone holding a current and valid PCB credential as well as for professionals applying for credentials.
Changes to the Code can be viewed and downloaded here.
Effective January 1, 2015, the standards and job analysis for the CRS will be updated. Updated Standards and Job Analysis
PCB is a private, non-profit corporation which offers voluntary credentialing to the substance abuse and other behavioral health professional. PCB implements standards and testing for certification of addiction counselors, prevention specialists, clinical supervisors, case managers, criminal justice addictions professionals, co-occurring disorders professionals, auxiliary professionals, recovery specialists and intervention professionals.
PCB's 16th Annual Conference
Monday & Tuesday
April 13-14, 2015
PCB is proud to announce the Keynote Speaker and Trainer will be David Mee-Lee, MD.
2015 Conference Invitation
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Marijuana is becoming legal on various levels all around us. What is the potential impact we will see? How will it change our treatment approaches, the legal system, and the work we do with our clients? This workshop will explore the changes other states are starting to see in the above mentioned areas. Is it possible that there are some pros amongst the cons? The potential benefits and negative effects of legalizing marijuana for medical or recreational uses will be discussed.
By definition, compassion means to be aware of the suffering of another combined with a desire to take action. Compassionate people look to alleviate the suffering of others. There are many steps a provider can take to alleviate the suffering in others but the first step must be a compassionate outlook for oneself. It is not possible to offer others what we do not possess. This workshop will consider the critical importance of compassion for the caregiver and the client.
By definition, compassion means to be aware of the suffering of another combined with a desire to take action. Compassionate people look to alleviate the suffering of others. There are many steps a provider can take to alleviate the suffering in others but the first step must be a compassionate outlook for oneself. It is not possible to offer others what we do not possess. This workshop will consider the critical importance of compassion for the caregiver and the client.
How do we know evidenced-based practice is really based on evidence that clearly supports the best practice approaches we are regularly encouraged to use to treat XYZ disorder? This workshop will explore some common theories in psychology ranging from the developing human, the brain, social interactions, and thoughts and feelings. We will take a look at the pros and cons to determine for ourselves if the evidence holds true or can we demystify the theory.
This workshop will provide an overview of the key medications used in the treatment of addiction. There will be a special emphasis on the client characteristics that support the effective choice of medication along with the relationship to stage of treatment. We will also examine the relationship of behavioral health interventions and the medication used to support treatment.
PCB is a proud member of IC&RC, the global leader in the credentialing of prevention, addiction treatment, and recovery professionals. Organized in 1981, it provides standards and examinations to certification and licensing boards in 24 countries, 47 states and territories, five Native American regions, and all branches of the U.S. military.
Information on Reciprocity
The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania was recently awarded a HRSA Grant enabling them to launch a Certificate Program in Supporting Youth Recovery. For more information on this program please visit the Council's website.
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