What is COPA?
COPA is a trade association. We’re composed of behavioral health and substance use care providers across the state of Colorado.
We envision a state where all persons with substance use disorders & related behavioral health needs have full access & equity to care, provided with dignity and respect, free from stigma & public policy that supports the full continuum including prevention, treatment, & recovery.
We focus on three key areas: Providers, Policy and Workforce Development.
Providers
Our Members
COPA is made up of a wealth of experience and knowledge that spans the continuum, such as prevention, harm reduction, treatment and recovery.
Our Programs
We support our members through opportunities to work together, such as with workgroups in their areas of expertise, or through networking events.
Check out our biggest event of the year – the Provider Reception!
Resources and Guidance
Being a provider is tough. We can help. We’ve got guides, resources and information to guide you through the ever-changing landscape of behavioral health and substance use care.
Policy
Policy Priorities
Legislative Scorecard
Our top priorities are to protect Colorado’s behavioral health system from destabilizing cuts, preserve the Safety Net Providers, community-based organizations, and rural and frontier providers who anchor access statewide, and ensure the behavioral health workforce can continue delivering critical care to all Coloradans.
Want to see if your legislator supports the causes you care about? Check out our 2025 Legislative Scorecard!
Workforce Development
P-TECH
An opportunity for high school students to begin their career path to behavioral health. Offers the QBHA – a clinical microcredential!
Credentials
COPA administers the CPFS and CCPS certification in Colorado. These are