Fellow of the AADP (FAADP)

Advanced Professional Distinction

The Fellow of the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (FAADP) designation represents advanced professional standing within the holistic health field.

Fellow status is conferred by the Board in recognition of sustained professional practice, continued education, and meaningful contributions to the advancement of holistic health.

This designation reflects leadership, experience, and a demonstrated commitment to professional excellence.

What Fellow Status Represents

  • Advanced professional recognition beyond initial certification
  • Demonstrated leadership within the holistic health field
  • Sustained commitment to ethical practice and continued education
  • Contribution to the advancement of holistic health
  • Recognition within the AADP practitioner community and directory

Who Should Apply

Fellow designation is intended for experienced practitioners who have established themselves within the field and are actively contributing to its growth through practice, education, leadership, or mentorship.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Bullet list:

  • Maintain active AADP certification and membership in good standing
  • Demonstrate a minimum of five (5) years of professional practice
  • Provide documentation of continuing education and professional development
  • Demonstrate leadership, mentorship, teaching, publishing, or other meaningful contributions to the field
  • Submit a professional written statement outlining experience and contributions

Note:
All Fellow applications are reviewed and conferred at the discretion of the AADP Board based on demonstrated qualifications and contributions.

The Professional Statement

Applicants are required to submit a 600-word professional statement addressing:

Bullet list:

  • Their professional journey in holistic health
  • Contributions to advancing awareness, education, or adoption of holistic practices
  • Continuing education efforts and professional development
  • Leadership, mentorship, or teaching roles
  • Vision for the future of holistic health

This allows the Board to evaluate professional engagement, leadership, and long-term commitment to the field.

Fellow Designation & Active Status

The Fellow designation is an advanced credential added to your existing AADP certification.

Fellow status remains valid as long as your AADP membership remains active and in good standing.

Active membership allows AADP to:

  • Verify your current professional standing
  • Maintain your Fellow designation in the practitioner directory
  • Recognize your status as an active Fellow

Fellow Designation Fee

Approved applicants will be invited to remit the following:

  • One-time Fellow designation fee: $195
  • Annual Fellow membership: $199/year

The Fellow designation fee is applied only upon approval. Your annual membership will then renew at the Fellow rate.

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Professional Distinction

Fellow designation reflects a level of professional distinction beyond initial certification.

It is intended for experienced practitioners who have demonstrated leadership, ongoing professional development, and meaningful contributions to the holistic health field.

Fellow designation includes:

• Official FAADP designation
• Recognition within the AADP practitioner directory
• Professional distinction beyond initial certification
• Continued validation of advanced standing within the field

Begin Your Fellow Application

If you meet the eligibility requirements and are prepared to submit documentation and your professional statement, you may begin the application process below.

Submit your application for Board review and professional consideration.