How to Become an AMIAS

Thank you for your interest in this rewarding service opportunity! 

 Steps to becoming an AMIAS 

for qualified Al-Anon members: 

1. Click here and complete the AMIAS application form and push Submit
2. Ask 2 members of Al-Anon to go here and complete and submit references. 
3. Email a copy of your license to alateenarea24pc@gmail.com
4. After the 3 items above are received, you will receive an email from the AAPP regarding Background checks.
5. Have Background check done.  After you have your fingerprints taken, it takes approximately 2 weeks for the results to be returned to the AAPP.  You will need to pay the fee and request reimbursement from the Area Treasurer. The instructions will be sent along with the form. 
6. Attend AMIAS training (Note you can attend training anytime after items 1, 2 and 3 have been completed.) Send an email to alateenarea24ac@gmail.com to receive the date of the next training. 
7. After all steps above are complete, the AAPP will enter your information into the WSO online database.
8. If approved, the WSO will assign an official WSO number. This usually takes 7-10 days. 
9. The AAPP will notify you, via email, that you are certified to be an AMIAS  in Area 24.

Important!!

Your certification is not complete until you receive notification with your WSO ID. 

You cannot attend an Alateen meeting until you receive this notification.