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Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor - Level I

CADC I

EXPERIENCE:

· High School Diploma or GED with 3 years (6,000 hours) supervised work experience specific to the AODA domains.

· Associate's degree with 2½ years (5,000 hours) supervised work experience specific to the AODA domains.

EDUCATION:

· 270 clock hours of alcohol and drug specific education.

· Minimum of 6 hours of Specific Ethics training.

SUPERVISION:

Supervised 150 total clock hours practicum with a minimum of 10 hours in each of 12-Core Functions (Screening, Case Management, Intake, Crisis Intervention, Orientation, Client Education, Consultation, Asessment, Referral, and Treatment Planning.)

Examination:

None is required for this level of certification.

Code of Ethics

Applicants must sign a code of ethics statement or affirmation statement.

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