Credential Overview

 Summary

EAP experience
required?
Master's degree or above
in an EAP-related field required? 
Credential type
CEAP Yes No Certification
SAP No No Qualification

  Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP) Credential

What is it?

  • The only credential that demonstrates knowledge, experience, and expertise across the entire EAP body of knowledge.        

Who is eligible to earn it?

  • Individuals who have work experience in an employee assistance setting.
  • Individuals who complete the required amount of professional development hours (PDHs).
  • Individuals who complete the candidate orientation course.

Where do I begin?

Detailed information on the credentialing process and requirements can be found here. 

 

 Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) Qualification

What is it?

A qualification process that allows individuals to provide SAP services as part of the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing programs. Read the DOT/SAP Professional Guidelines.

Who is eligible to earn it?

Where do I begin?