The Washington State Association of Alcoholism and Addiction Programs (AAP), established in 1973, provides leadership and innovation in the field of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment. With a history spanning half a century, AAP represents excellence and advocacy in SUD care. Uniting a diverse spectrum of treatment modalities and practitioners, we raise the bar on what constitutes quality care.
Join us at the Yakima Convention Center where we'll discuss:
Earn 13 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) – 13 CEU Hours!
This symposium is accredited for 13 CEU credits, which include up to 4 hours of Law and Ethics credit. Enhance your professional development and earn valuable continuing education recognized in the field.
Clint Hurdle is a former Major League Baseball outfielder and coach, most well-known for his time managing the Colorado Rockies and Pittsburgh Pirates. He led the Rockies to their first-ever National League pennant in 2007. After being hired by the Pirates in 2010, Hurdle guided them to their first winning season and playoff appearance in over two decades in 2013, when he was named the NL Manager of the Year. The Pirates also made the postseason in 2014 and 2015.
Hurdle was selected ninth overall in the 1975 MLB Draft by the Kansas City Royals and played 515 games at the Major League level, including 109 starts for the AL pennant winners in 1980. Join us as Clint shares his experience, strength, and hope as we celebrate recovery.
| Registration Option | Price |
|---|---|
| Full Symposium Registration (Includes Banquet) | Non-AAP: $275 / AAP: $195 |
| One-Day Registration (No Banquet) | $150 |
| Banquet-Only (Open to the Public) | $60 |
The Banquet is INCLUDED with Full Symposium registration. If you’re only interested in attending the banquet, public guests can purchase a ticket for just $60.
Our association’s efforts are largely focused on lobbying both state and federal legislative bodies, while the remaining activities are devoted to engaging with state regulations, advancing professional development, and educating the public. Here is a snapshot of our accomplishments over the last 50 years —
We advocate for greater access to chemical dependency treatment in lieu of being prosecuted.
We advocate for the compulsory assessment + treatment of individuals charged with driving under the influence (DUI).
We advocate for low income + indigent populations to have greater access to substance use disorder treatment.
We champion the cause for comprehensive healthcare coverage for SUD treatment.
We expand discourse and educate the public on the identification + prompt treatment of chemical dependency.
We promote state chemical dependency counselor certification.
Contribute to and benefit from efforts to ensure access to high-quality SUD treatment.
Actively participating in a unified front that has an impact on the direction and advancement of the field.
Engage in a dynamic environment + share mutual concerns and solutions, while participating in creative problem-solving and trust-building.
Be among a culture of continuous learning and professional advancement with clinicians, administrators and support staff.
