Starting the Certification Process in North Carolina
Christian Institute (CI) is approved by NCASPPB (North Carolina Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board). The NCASPPB is approved by the IC&RC to certify candidates as certified counselors to work in the field of drug and alcohol counseling.
Because Christian Institute is approved with NCASPPB, this means that you don’t have to worry if the courses you take will count towards your certification. Christian Institute offers the required courses needed for the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
Christian Institute is also an NAADAC (National Association of Alcoholism Counselors and Drug Abuse Counselors) Approved Education Provider.
Because Christian Institute is approved with NCASPPB, this means that you don’t have to worry if the courses you take will count towards your certification. Christian Institute offers the required courses needed for the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
Christian Institute is also an NAADAC (National Association of Alcoholism Counselors and Drug Abuse Counselors) Approved Education Provider.
North Carolina Certification Board Certifications
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor - (CADC)
Statement of Purpose
The Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) credential enhances and unifies the qualifications of professionals working in the addiction counseling field. The following CADC credentialing guidelines have been developed by the North Carolina Addictions Specialist Certification Board (NCASPPB). On the 1st of January in 2020, CSAC changed its name to Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
Additional information below:
CADC I General Information before Applying
CADC Info Brochure
Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist - (LCAS)
Statement of Purpose
The Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) is a credential for professionals in the field of addiction counseling and treatment. This designation is awarded to those who have met the specific education, experience and examination requirements established by NCASPPB. LCAS professionals are qualified to diagnose, treat and support individuals dealing with substance use and addiction-related issues. NCASPPB aims to establish professional standards in addiction counseling, recognize individuals who meet these standards and enhance their credibility and integrity within the healthcare community and the public. For the LCAS credential, a minimum of a master's degree in a behavioral health related field with a clinical component or application is required.
Additional information below:
LCAS General Information Before Applying
LCAS Info Brochure
Statement of Purpose
The Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) credential enhances and unifies the qualifications of professionals working in the addiction counseling field. The following CADC credentialing guidelines have been developed by the North Carolina Addictions Specialist Certification Board (NCASPPB). On the 1st of January in 2020, CSAC changed its name to Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
Additional information below:
CADC I General Information before Applying
CADC Info Brochure
Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist - (LCAS)
Statement of Purpose
The Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) is a credential for professionals in the field of addiction counseling and treatment. This designation is awarded to those who have met the specific education, experience and examination requirements established by NCASPPB. LCAS professionals are qualified to diagnose, treat and support individuals dealing with substance use and addiction-related issues. NCASPPB aims to establish professional standards in addiction counseling, recognize individuals who meet these standards and enhance their credibility and integrity within the healthcare community and the public. For the LCAS credential, a minimum of a master's degree in a behavioral health related field with a clinical component or application is required.
Additional information below:
LCAS General Information Before Applying
LCAS Info Brochure
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) & Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) |
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If you would like more information please click the North Carolina Student Interest Form, and you can either receive a telephone call from Christian Institute, or if you are ready, you can register for the courses. Christian Institute offers online the seven courses needed to qualify to take the written exam to become a certified alcohol and drug counselor through NCASPPB.
NAADAC Approved Enrichment Courses
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Christian Institute is also a NAADAC (National Association of Alcoholism Counselors and Trainers) Approved Education Provider and offers online enrichment courses.
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By selecting register, you will receive an email by which to sign-up for a consultation or you may sign-up for the courses if you do not have questions.
Call us at (408) 220-8090 or email us [email protected] if you have questions.
Call us at (408) 220-8090 or email us [email protected] if you have questions.
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Congratulations to Christian Institute's Recent Graduates!
Their next step is to take the exam through their state's certifying board.
Blessings to them!
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