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CCAPP invites you to become a Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor I (CADC-I)
Do you want to get certified sooner?
“CCAPP Certification is the 'gold standard.’ I know that wherever I go in this profession or in the world, my accomplishments will be valued. The journey toward certification has been more than just a professional pursuit - I’ve learned so much about myself and the gift I have of saving lives. CCAPP made the journey an experience of a lifetime. ”
Requirements for applying for the CADC-I Credential without a degree:
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CCAPP approved, online classes
► 315 hours approved education
► 255 practicum hours (internship experience)
► 3,000 hours supervised work experience (includes all practicum hours)
► Passing score on the IC&RC ADC examination
► Renewal due every two years (continuing education required)
Requirements for applying for the CADC-I Credential with an Associate's Degree:
► Associate's Degree in Behavioral Science or Allied Mental Health Profession
► 315 hours approved education
► 255 practicum hours
► 2,080 hours supervised work experience (includes all practicum hours)
► Passing Score on IC&RC ADC examination
► Renewal due every two years (continuing education required)
Fees and Discounts
Portfolio Review
►$165 Member
►$280 Non-Member
Written Exam
►$174 Member
►$338 Non-Member
**You must pay both the application review and written exam fees at the time of submission.
Benefits of CCAPP’s Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor I Credential:
►Approval to be employed at state licensed and certified facilities
►Recognition of skills and competencies required to treat clients in any setting
►The security of knowing that you are on the path to the highest levels of certification in California
►The pride that comes with saying, “I’m a CCAPP CADC-I!”
Applicants are not eligible to test in, you will be sent missing documents if you complete an online application for testing in.
For more information about IC&RC and their credentials, please click here.
Application Processing Times
Application processing times can take four to six. All steps in an application must be submitted in full, must be complete, and must be accurate. An application is complete when every step has a green bubble. A green bubble with a white checkmark means CCAPP staff have verified and approved that step. Any step that is rejected will have a red bubble and must be corrected by the applicant. The processing time will be delayed and not resume until the applicant corrects the rejected step and re-submits all/any rejected steps.
Certemy User Tips
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Do not use multiple email accounts. If you need to change your email address, see below.
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Do not use your work email address. Accessing your Certemy account if you change jobs will become difficult, especially if you forget your password. Changing your email address is not a simple process and takes time. Avoid delays by using a personal email address.
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When opening a new application, do not use alternate email accounts. Re-enter the exact same information (name, email address, password) you submitted for the original application.
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Email or other profile changes must either be submitted through our [Contact Us] section or relayed to CCAPP personnel directly through a phone call or direct email.
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Password resets are done through the Certemy login portal with the [Forgot password?] button.
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Name changes are done in account by selecting the [profile details] link from the profile icon in the top right.
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Be precise in your spelling: your documents are printed according to the information you provide.
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If you require assistance, use our information request form.
If you are a CAADE transfer, You may be applicable to turn your credential into an equivalent CCAPP credential. To apply for transfer, click here.
If you already hold a CADC I credential and wish to renew, click here.
Begin the CADC I - A Application
Begin the CADC I - B Application
Feel free to request more information,