Pete Nielsen on Empowering Addiction Recovery Professionals
It's one of the few conferences where people that are in recovery or peer support or master-level professionals, CEOs, addiction marketers - all of them - there's something for everybody. So it's one of the few conferences where we have a very diverse menu of activities and education that people, there's something for everybody.
Ever wondered what it takes to support those battling addiction? This episode of 'The Drunken Worm Podcast' brings you a conversation with Pete Nielsen, the CEO of the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP). Host Carl Fessenden dives into the many facets of CCAPP, an organization dedicated to professional certification and continuing education for addiction specialists.
Pete sheds light on the various membership levels that cater to individuals and programs alike, and introduces the CCAPP Academy, a platform offering online courses for further education. But that's not all—CCAPP's annual conferences, such as the Native American Addiction and Wellness Conference and the Recovery Capital Conference, offer invaluable opportunities for networking and learning. Pete also shares his personal journey into addiction recovery work, emphasizing the importance of breaking down stigma around addiction and mental health.
This episode is packed with insights for anyone interested in the field of addiction recovery, whether you're a peer support worker, a master-level professional, or simply someone looking to understand more about this crucial area. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how organizations like CCAPP are making a difference.