This classification is viewed as the title for the addiction counselor
primarily involved in providing direct alcohol and other drug abuse treatment
services. This is an international credential that is recognized throughout
the world via reciprocity.
Two years (4,000 hours) out of the last 7
years of paid, supervised employment as an alcohol and other drug abuse
counselor or supervisor where 51% of the time is spent providing said
counseling with a bachelor’s degree or higher in a human service related
field. Three years (6,000 hours) of employment is required if the degree
is non-human service related.
Present employment as an alcohol and other drug abuse counselor or
supervisor at time of application.
Bachelor’s degree or higher.
300 hours of education relevant to the field of addiction of which
100 must be alcohol and other drug abuse specific including 6 in professional
ethics and responsibilities and 6 in communicable diseases.
300 hours of supervision obtained during employment.
Sign and abide by Code of Ethical Conduct.
Must live or work in PA at time of application.
Pass a written exam.
Submission of application, all documentation, and fee.
CAC is a 2 year credential and must be recertified.
