NOAP Research Committee meetings are held monthly on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 2pm eastern.
Committee Members (xlsx)
https://alternativeprograms.org/research
Meeting Schedule (eastern):
NOAP conference committee meetings are held the third Thursday at 1pm eastern. The schedule is shown below.
The National Organization of Alternative Programs Presents the Following Live Webinar:
The NOAP Research Committee conducted a national survey to evaluate the structure, strategies, and emerging challenges of alternative-to-discipline (ATD) programs across the United States. This webinar will present key findings from the survey, highlighting both the shared frameworks and the unique operational differences that shape participant monitoring, contract variations, and program compliance..
Learner Objectives:
Presenters:
Elizabeth Temple, M.Ed; CEO, Birchwood Solutions; Franklin, Tennessee
Elizabeth Temple is the Founder and CEO of Birchwood Solutions, a trailblazing organization providing innovative services to State Boards and Alternative to Discipline (ATD) programs for over a decade. Elizabeth brings a forward-thinking approach to addiction recovery and professional monitoring programs across the nation. A visionary leader with a passion for excellence, Elizabeth has spearheaded creative solutions that deliver valuable insights and measurable relief to various programs. Leveraging her extensive knowledge of healthcare practice, compliance, and education she adeptly designs and implements effective program solution for State Alternative Programs and Licensing Boards. Through her leadership, Birchwood Solutions has become a trusted provider of educational support group services and program and curriculum development for healthcare professionals.
Registration Rates
Registration is required for this complimentary event.
Nursing CE
This event is approved for Nursing CE with the California Board of Nursing.
Webinar Participation
All registrants will have access to a video archive if you are unable to attend the live presentation.
Terms begin at the conclusion of the 2026 Annual Conference
NOAP is seeking nominations for the following Board positions:
The Executive Committee (Treasurer) are limited to members who are employed with an alternative to discipline or monitoring program.
To encourage diversity among the board, the position of Member at Large is open to any member of NOAP.
Duties of the Treasurer
Duties of the Member at Large
Key Dates and Nomination Information:
ARTICLE VI. Officers
Section 4. Functions of the Board of Directors
1. The control and administration of the corporation is vested in the Board of Directors, and it shall act for the corporation between annual meetings. The Board shall have full and complete power and authority to perform all acts and to transact all business for and on behalf of NOAP. It shall conduct and manage all property, affairs, work, and activities of NOAP, subject only to the provisions of the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws, and to resolutions and enactments of the members passed at the annual membership meeting. The Board shall be the fiscal agent of NOAP, and shall report annually to the membership.
2. Public Policy Statements: A “public policy” shall be defined as the official public position of NOAP on a substantive health-related matter. “Substantive” matters are those which may be reasonably expected to affect the member programs when dealing with their participants, state regulatory agencies, other health care providers, health-related special interest groups, governmental bodies, and the public. The Board is the official public policy-making body of NOAP.
ARTICLE V. Board of Directors
Section 1. Board Composition and Eligibility
1. The Organization shall have six (6) elected officers: President, President Elect, Secretary, Treasurer and two (2) Officers-at-Large.
2. The Board is comprised of the eight (8) Elected Officers and one (1) Past President.
3. Only members and associate members, can be nominated and serve as officers. The Board of Directors positions (President, President Elect, Treasurer, Secretary, Past President) shall be filled by current Directors or Staff of an Alternate to Discipline Program.
4. No program or company entity shall be allowed more than one board member, serving concurrently.
5. The President OR President Elect shall officiate at all Board meetings.
6. Board meetings are open to all members.
Section 2. Board Elections
1. All elections shall be conducted under the authority of the nominating committee.
2. Elections shall be conducted every year, and ballots shall be sent to each eligible voting member 30 days prior to the annual meeting.
3. Organizational officers shall be duly elected by a majority of the ballots cast.
See the NOAP Bylaws at https://alternativeprograms.org/bylaws.
(Subject to change)
Attendee Cancellation Policy (attendees):
On or before 31-December: 90% of total registration fees.After 31-December: No refunds due to cancellation. Early registration ends on 31-December.
Sponsor Benefit, Payment & Cancellation Polices (sponsors):
See notes on the sponsorship page.
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