Certified Addiction Counselor Diplomate

CAC Diplomate is the master’s level CAC credential. 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. The State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors recognize this credential, including the master’s level written examination, as acceptable towards becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).

CAC DIPLOMATE REQUIREMENTS ARE AS FOLLOWS:

One year (2,000 hours) out of the past 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.

Present employment as an alcohol and other drug abuse counselor or supervisor at time of application.

Master’s degree or higher.

180 hours of alcohol and other drug abuse education 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 master’s level written exam.

Submission of application, all documentation, and fee.

CAC Diplomate is a 2 year credential and must be recertified.

APPLICATIONS

	CAC Diplomate Application for Certified Addiction Counselor Diplomate
	CAC Diplomate Upgrade Application for current Certified Addiction Counselors to upgrade to Diplomate
	CAC Diplomate Recertification Application for Certified Addiction Counselor, Certified Addiction Counselor II, Certified Addiction Counselor Diplomate, and Certified Clinical Supervisor Recertification

EXAM CANDIDATE GUIDE
	CAC Diplomate Written Exam