Colorado Advocate Certification Program (CACP)
The Colorado Advocate Certification Program (CACP) provides the opportunity for voluntary certification through COVA. It provides several types of certifications to accommodate the many circumstances of our state’s victim service providers. This program will encourage and recognize those that have achieved years of experience and training, while honoring the service and training of part-time and volunteer advocates.
The CACP consists of Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, or Domestic Violence Treatment Advocate Certification. The requirements of each level are outlined in the CACP Information Packet, as well as information on the renewal process and fees. You are required to meet the requirements, complete the CACP application and also sign a Ethics for Victim Advocates form.
Each applicant will submit a CACP Application with appropriate documentation based on the criteria included in this instruction packet. COVA recognizes and accepts the documentation from the National Advocate Credentialing Program of the National Organization for Victim Assistance.
Applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis every January, May, and September. Successful applicants will receive their certificates by mail within 6 weeks after the end of each acceptance period. All certifications are valid for two years from issued date.
The CACP consists of Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, or Domestic Violence Treatment Advocate Certification. The requirements of each level are outlined in the CACP Information Packet, as well as information on the renewal process and fees. You are required to meet the requirements, complete the CACP application and also sign a Ethics for Victim Advocates form.
Each applicant will submit a CACP Application with appropriate documentation based on the criteria included in this instruction packet. COVA recognizes and accepts the documentation from the National Advocate Credentialing Program of the National Organization for Victim Assistance.
Applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis every January, May, and September. Successful applicants will receive their certificates by mail within 6 weeks after the end of each acceptance period. All certifications are valid for two years from issued date.
Application Documents
Please read through the CACP Information Packet and download the Application Form located below:
Certification Fees & Payment
CERTIFICATION FEES:
$75 for a New Application for a Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, or Domestic Violence Treatment Advocate Certification.
$50 for a Renewal Application with an upgrade to the next level of Certification.
$25 for a Renewal Application at the same level of your current Certification.
NOTE: If your certification has already expired, you must pay $75 for a New Application.
PAYMENT TERMS:
Returned checks or declined money orders are subject to an additional $25 fee. To pay with a credit card over the phone, call the COVA office at 303-861-1160.
$75 for a New Application for a Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, or Domestic Violence Treatment Advocate Certification.
$50 for a Renewal Application with an upgrade to the next level of Certification.
$25 for a Renewal Application at the same level of your current Certification.
NOTE: If your certification has already expired, you must pay $75 for a New Application.
PAYMENT TERMS:
Returned checks or declined money orders are subject to an additional $25 fee. To pay with a credit card over the phone, call the COVA office at 303-861-1160.
To pay for your CACP Application, you can do any of the following options below:
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Pay Online:
Select the appropriate fee level below to pay for your application:
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Pay by Mail:
Mail your check and application directly to COVA at:
CACP Applications c/o COVA 1325 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 508-B Denver, CO 80222 Pay Over the Phone:
You can pay your application by credit card over the phone. To do so, call the COVA Office at 303-861-1160.
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Questions?
If you have questions regarding the CACP instructions or requirements, contact Ami McCarthy at:
