CADTP Certification Requirements
How to Become a Drug and Alcohol Counselor
The CADTP Substance Use Disorder Certified Counselor (SUDCC) credential gives authorization to work in any state-licensed or certified alcohol and drug treatment program. There are various requirements in order to qualify:
Applicants will have five years from the date of being registered as an SUD counselor to complete the following:
After completing the courses and having the required experience, the candidate submits an electronic application on the CADTP website.
A Prerequisite of a 9-hour orientation course must be submitted with the application.
A candidate must pass a written exam administered by IC&RC for CADTP.
Once approved through CADTP, the candidate will be scheduled to take the written exam. Christian Institute helps with preparation.
For more information on certification, contact CI at (408) 220-8090 or CADTP (800) 464-3597.
Applicants will have five years from the date of being registered as an SUD counselor to complete the following:
- 315 hours of formal Substance Use Disorder (SUD) related education (Christian Institute provides the education.)
- The candidate needs to satisfactorily pass the seven courses (with a grade of C or better) to qualify to take the written exam. These courses are taken through Christian Institute.
- 2,080 hours of SUD (substance use disorder) related work experience. (One year of experience.) Experience should be in the 12 Core Functions.
After completing the courses and having the required experience, the candidate submits an electronic application on the CADTP website.
A Prerequisite of a 9-hour orientation course must be submitted with the application.
A candidate must pass a written exam administered by IC&RC for CADTP.
Once approved through CADTP, the candidate will be scheduled to take the written exam. Christian Institute helps with preparation.
For more information on certification, contact CI at (408) 220-8090 or CADTP (800) 464-3597.