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NACATP accreditation formally recognizes that your program, services, or professional practice meet established national standards for diversion, intervention, and prevention services.
Accreditation demonstrates to courts, schools, probation departments, referral sources, and the public that you operate within a structured framework of ethical practice, documentation standards, program integrity, and professional accountability.
Unlike certification, which reflects training completion, NACATP accreditation reflects organizational and professional compliance with nationally developed standards of excellence.
Being NACATP accredited helps:
• Strengthen court and referral credibility
• Reduce liability and compliance risk
• Improve professional positioning and trust
• Support contracts, partnerships, and funding opportunities
• Distinguish your services from non-accredited providers
NACATP accreditation is not simply a membership — it is a professional designation that verifies your commitment to quality, integrity, and nationally recognized standards.
NACATP accreditation does not grant permission to teach specific classes or replace state licensure requirements. Instead, it verifies that your program, services, or organization meets nationally established standards for diversion, intervention, and prevention programming.
Accreditation affirms that the services you provide — such as anger management, parenting, theft prevention, substance use education, violence prevention, or other intervention programs — are delivered within a framework of ethical practice, documentation standards, curriculum integrity, and professional accountability.
NACATP accreditation strengthens the credibility of the programs you already provide or intend to provide by demonstrating that they align with nationally recognized standards of quality and compliance.
Program offerings must always align with local laws, professional scope of practice, and organizational authority. NACATP accreditation serves as a third-party validation of program integrity, not a substitute for professional licensure or regulatory approval.
NACATP accreditation is valid for one year and must be renewed annually to ensure continued compliance with NACATP standards.
Annual renewal confirms that accredited providers, programs, and organizations continue to meet current requirements related to ethical practice, documentation standards, program integrity, and professional accountability.
Accreditation renewal is a standard process among national accreditation bodies and reflects NACATP’s commitment to maintaining high-quality, current, and defensible standards across diversion, intervention, and prevention services.
Renewal requirements may include updated documentation, compliance confirmation, and acknowledgment of any revised standards.
NACATP accreditation is renewed annually to ensure continued compliance with national standards for diversion, intervention, and prevention services.
To renew accreditation, applicants must:
Submit an annual renewal application confirming continued operation within their approved scope of services.
Affirm adherence to NACATP ethical and professional standards.
Provide updated contact, credential, and organizational information.
Confirm continued use of compliant documentation, policies, and program practices.
Submit one sample document or program artifact (such as an evaluation, curriculum outline, policy, or program description) for quality confirmation.
Acknowledge and agree to any updated NACATP standards or policies.
Pay the annual accreditation renewal fee.
NACATP reserves the right to request additional clarification or documentation when necessary to maintain accreditation integrity.
Accreditation renewal reflects NACATP’s commitment to accountability, quality assurance, and national standard alignment.
NACATP accreditation is available to qualified professionals, programs, and organizations operating within diversion, intervention, and prevention services.
Eligibility depends on the accreditation category, but applicants must demonstrate appropriate professional preparation, credentials, or organizational authority within their scope of practice.
This may include:
• State licensure (where applicable)
• Professional certification in a court-mandated or intervention-related domain
• Recognized instructor or specialist credentials
• Organizational authorization to deliver diversion, intervention, or prevention services
• Documented training, education, or professional experience relevant to the services provided
NACATP accreditation does not replace state licensure or professional regulation. Instead, it verifies that qualified professionals and organizations meet NACATP’s national standards for ethical practice, documentation quality, and program integrity.
Applicants without traditional licensure may still qualify under certain accreditation categories if they can demonstrate appropriate training, scope of practice, and professional competence.
NACATP does not limit training to a single provider. Instead, NACATP recognizes approved training providers whose programs align with NACATP accreditation standards.
The Diversion Center is an official NACATP Approved Training Provider and offers NACATP-aligned training programs in both online and in-person formats.
Additional NACATP Approved Training Providers may also be listed within the NACATP network as the organization continues to expand nationally.
Completion of training through an NACATP Approved Training Provider supports eligibility for NACATP accreditation but does not, by itself, constitute accreditation. Accreditation is granted through NACATP’s independent standards review and approval process.
Prerequisites for NACATP accreditation depend on the accreditation category (Provider, Program, Organization, or Curriculum Partner). However, all applicants must demonstrate foundational professional readiness, ethical standing, and operational credibility within diversion, intervention, or prevention services.
At minimum, applicants must:
Operate within an appropriate scope of practice based on their education, training, or organizational authority.
Possess relevant professional training, certification, licensure, or documented experience related to the services provided.
Agree to comply with NACATP ethical, documentation, and program integrity standards.
Submit required application materials, including program or service descriptions, policies, and sample documentation when applicable.
Demonstrate the ability to deliver services in a responsible, ethical, and legally appropriate manner.
NACATP accreditation does not replace state licensure or professional regulation. Instead, it verifies that qualified professionals and organizations meet nationally developed standards for quality, accountability, and program integrity.
Applicants who do not hold traditional licenses may still qualify for certain accreditation categories if they can demonstrate appropriate training, scope of practice, and professional competence.
NACATP accreditation is a national professional accreditation that establishes and upholds recognized standards for diversion, intervention, and prevention programs across the United States.
NACATP accreditation affirms that providers, programs, and organizations operate within a structured national framework of ethical practice, documentation integrity, program accountability, and professional responsibility.
As a national accreditation authority, NACATP provides a consistent standard that allows accredited professionals and organizations to confidently present their services as aligned with recognized national expectations for quality and compliance.
NACATP accreditation is designed to serve as a professional reference point for courts, schools, agencies, referral sources, and community systems seeking credible, accountable, and properly structured diversion, intervention, and prevention services.
NACATP Approved Training Provider status is granted to organizations and professionals whose training programs align with NACATP’s national standards for diversion, intervention, and prevention education.
Approval is not automatic and is granted only after NACATP review and confirmation of training quality, instructional integrity, and alignment with NACATP accreditation standards.
To apply, training providers must:
• Submit a formal application
• Provide curriculum outlines or training descriptions
• Demonstrate instructor qualifications and subject matter expertise
• Agree to comply with NACATP training and ethical standards
• Maintain alignment with NACATP accreditation principles
NACATP reserves the right to approve, deny, or request modifications to any training program seeking NACATP recognition.
Approval as a NACATP Training Provider authorizes the organization to represent its programs as NACATP-aligned and recognized for accreditation support purposes.
NACATP Approved Training Provider status reflects professional trust, instructional credibility, and national alignment with NACATP standards.
NACATP Approved Training Provider status requires an annual recognition and standards alignment fee. Fee details are provided during the application review process.
NACATP previously offered professional certification as a recognition of training completion and participation within NACATP programs. These individuals and organizations are listed in the NACATP Legacy Certified Providers Registry.
As NACATP has evolved into a national accreditation authority, accreditation now represents NACATP’s highest level of professional recognition, reflecting compliance with NACATP’s national standards for program integrity, documentation quality, ethical practice, and professional accountability.
Certification reflects training completion.
Accreditation reflects national standards recognition.
All previously certified providers remain honored as part of NACATP’s professional foundation and are publicly recognized within the Legacy Certification Registry.
Moving forward, NACATP accreditation represents the current and active professional standard for providers, programs, and organizations seeking NACATP’s highest level of national recognition.
Legacy certified providers are invited to transition into NACATP accreditation through the accreditation review and approval process.
NACATP Certified Provider Directory Here
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Certification with NACATP not only enhances your credibility but also provides access to exclusive resources, training, and a community of like-minded professionals. Our certification demonstrates to courts, probation offices, and clients alike that you adhere to nationally recognized standards of excellence and are certified to provide court-mandated classes.
Upon completing specialized training, the NACATP certification qualifies you to teach psychoeducation classes like Anger Management, Parenting, Shoplifting and Theft Prevention, Values Clarification, Victim Impact Panel, Alcohol and Drug Education, and Life Skills.
The certification is valid for two years.
A renewal fee of $300 is required, along with the completion of 6 hours of Continuing Education (CEs).
Yes, you need to hold a certification in a court mandated domain or be a certified counselor, certified instructor, certified specialist, licensed counselor, licensed therapists, or licensed social worker.
Please refer to the Certification page: NACATP Certification
The NACATP certification is valid nationwide.
NACATP provides a comprehensive support system for certified instructors that includes ongoing professional development opportunities and networking events that connect instructors with their peers and industry leaders. Additionally, certified instructors receive direct support regarding certification-related inquiries.
Please refer to the NACATP Provider Directory Here
Kindly email info@nacatp.org or submit a contact form and someone from our team will contact you within 1 business day.
