Getting certified in Arkansas: who qualifies, what it costs, and where to start
AARR certifies recovery residences across Arkansas to NARR Standard 3.0. Certification lasts two years, the process typically takes 60 to 120 days, and it starts with the online inquiry form, which is also AARR's prescreen. Here is the short version of what to expect and where to begin.
Who it is for. Any recovery residence operating in Arkansas, whether a single home or an organization running several, that is prepared to operate to NARR Standard 3.0 at one of the four NARR levels. Nonprofit and for-profit operators can both apply. New operators are welcome; the Startup Guide is written for you, and we would rather you read it before you apply than after. The inquiry form asks about your residence, including whether residents are already in place, so AARR can advise on timing.
What it costs. A one-time application fee of $150, a one-time organizational credentialing fee of $300, and $200 for each residence certified. The application and credentialing fees are paid once no matter how many homes you certify.
The five steps. Review NARR Standard 3.0 and the certification requirements. Submit the online inquiry; it doubles as the prescreen, and AARR follows up by email within five business days, usually to verify insurance and confirm readiness. Complete the online certification training. Submit your application package: resident handbook, staff manual, policies, and property documentation. Then the two review phases, a document review and an on-site assessment, after which you sign the Compliance Agreement and your residence is listed in the AARR directory and the NARR national directory.
Where to start. If you are new to recovery housing, start with the Startup Guide. If you have read the standard and are ready, start your inquiry on the Get Certified page. Questions before you begin are welcome through the Contact page.