Certification, Training, And Licensure

Professional Certification Information

The Rhode Island Certification Board (RICB) is dedicated to public protection by offering competency-based credentials to professionals. RICB establishes, administers, and monitors credentials for professionals working with addictions, behavioral health, community health, and prevention. Professionals credentialed by RICB meet rigorous standards of education, training, experience, and testing and pledge to uphold the highest standard of ethical practice. In order to be eligible to be licensed or re-licensed through the Department of Health, you must be first be certified by the RICB.