
2020 FAQs
What is the Conference Agenda?
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7:30 AM – 8:30 AM—Registration, Breakfast & Networking with Sponsors -
8:30 AM – 10:10 AM—Conference Welcome & Keynote -
10:10 AM – 10:30 AM—Exhibits & Networking -
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM—Morning Workshop -
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM—Lunch -
1:00 PM – 2:15 PM—Power Session -
2:15 PM – 2:30 PM—Exhibits & Networking -
2:30 PM – 3:45 PM—Afternoon Workshop -
3:45 PM – 4:00 PM—Certificate of Attendence (Request for Credit forms Collected)
What is the Conference Registration Fee?
Registration May 1, 2020 – June 17, 2020: $125.
Registration onsite June 18, 2020: $150.
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Full payment must be received to confirm registration -
Payment by check or P.O. must be postmarked before March 31, 2020. After this date, unpaid registrations will be voided and credit card payment required to re-register at increased rate -
Registered attendees may cancel prior to May 31, 2020 for payment reimbursement (see Cancellation procedure in FAQ) -
Substitutions may occur any time – including day of the conference (see Substitution procedure in FAQ). -
Online registration closes Sunday, June 14, 2020
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Breakfast -
Morning Keynote Session -
Morning Workshop Session -
Lunch -
Power Session Workshop -
Snacks/coffee breaks -
Afternoon Workshop Session -
Parking validated ACCC lot only
Can I Register Onsite the Day of the Conference?
Online-registration closes Sunday – June 14, 2020
Registration substitutions may take place the day of the Conference at Guest Services (see Substitution Procedure in FAQ)
What is the Wait-List Procedure?
What are the GCADA Scholarship Requirements?
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Recipients must commit to attending the conference or notify NJPN to reallocate their awarded scholarship to another candidate
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Failure to utilize or reassign a secured scholarship will be reported to GCADA
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Applications due before May 31, 2020 (or sooner if scholarships are filled)
What Are the HTS Scholarship Requirements?
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Attend the NJDHTS workshop track
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Must sign-in and complete evaluation at each HTS workshop
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Complete post-conference online survey
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Applications due before May 31, 2020 (or sooner if scholarships are filled)
What Are the Peer Scholarship Requirements?
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Attend one morning session, one afternoon session, and one Power session
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Complete all evaluation conference requirements
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Applications due before May 31, 2020 (or sooner if scholarships are filled)
Will Renewal Credits or Professional Development Hours Be Given?
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CPS (Certified Prevention Specialist) recertification credits
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CADC/LCADC (Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor) renewal credits
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MFT, MFT-Associate (Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage and Family Therapist Permit)
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LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) renewal credits
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LAC (Licensed Associate Counselor) renewal credits
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LRC (Licensed Rehabilitation Counselor) renewal credits
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CSW/LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) continuing education addiction-focused credits
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CDA (Chemical Dependency Associate) recertification credits
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CJC (Criminal Justice Counselor) recertification credits
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PH (Public Health Continuing Education Contact Hours) NEW
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WTS (Women’s Treatment Specialist) recertification credits
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CCS (Certified Clinical Supervisor) recertification credits
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CEUs for CRPS (Certified Peer Recovery Specialist) and CRSP (Certified Recovery Support Practitioner)
How Long Do I Have to Be at the Conference to Get a Certificate?
What Are the Lunch Options?
NJPN conference offers 2 primary lunch options to registered attendees:
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Chicken or
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Pasta/Meatless
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Vegan
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Gluten-free
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(Ramadan Fasting) Box Lunch
What Are the Parking Details at ACCC?
Is There a Coat-Check Available?
Is There a Non-Casino Hotel Available?
There are rooms available at the Sheraton Atlantic City (connected to the Atlantic City Convention Center). Check the Hotel page for additional information.
What is the Substitution Procedure?
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Prior to June 15, 2020: Please email the name of the original registrant and the name of the person substituting to Susanna@NJPN.org and include “Conference Substitution” in the subject line.
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After June 15, 2020: Substitutions can be made on-site at Guest Services. Please forward registration confirmation email to the person substituting to present at Guest Services the day of the conference.
What Are the Cancellation Procedure and Refund Policys?
Cancellation notifications must be received in writing to receive a refund of the registration fee. Refunds cannot be provided after May 31, 2020—unless the event is cancelled. You may substitute another individual at any time (see Substitution Procedure FAQ).
Does the Registration Fee Cover All Expenses?
The registration fee covers:
- Breakfast
- Morning Keynote Session
- Morning Workshop Session
- Lunch
- Power Session Workshop
- Snacks/coffee breaks
- Afternoon Workshop Session
- Parking validated ACCC lot only