Steps to certification
The certification process is described below.
Important information
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Levels of Care
Determine your ASAM Levels of Care.
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Rating elements
The ASAM Level of Care Certification Manual contains the rating elements that are applied during a survey.
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Resources
Materials to help you prepare for certification.
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Preparing for survey
Learn how to prepare for your certification survey.
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Customer Connect
Our secure online portal for managing the certification process. Login or request an account.
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We’re here to help!
No matter where you are in your certification journey, we are here to answer your questions and provide assistance.