Certified Addiction Professional (CAP) Tier 2 Course
We\’re excited about your interest in becoming a Tier 1 Certified Addiction Professional (CAP), also known as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor in states outside of Florida. By taking relevant courses at the Academy for Addiction Professionals, you\’ll be well on your way to receiving a designation that will open up doors in the recovery industry.
As a CAP/ADC, you will primarily focus on counseling those addicted to drugs and alcohol or abusing a substance. Your role in the treatment of addiction is a primary one and you will be on the front lines of saving lives. This role comes with huge responsibilities which require the utmost in knowledge and ethical behavior. The CAP course and exam, as administered by the Florida Certification Board or local board to your state, seeks to set minimum standards for the treatment of addicts to ensure that everyone receives a high level of care from certified individuals. Passing the exam requires dedication and hard work. CAP candidates will also need to have significant work experience in the industry.
The CAP / ADC course is taught by us at The Academy for Addiction Professionals and the exam and certification is administered by the board in your state. We are a Florida Certification Board approved education provider. As such, we can provide our CAP/ADC course to multiple states.
Certified Addiction Professional Requirements
Below, you will find the requirements necessary to qualify to take the Certified Addiction Professional course and receive certification from the Florida Certification Board. You can learn about other state requirements here. If you have any questions, please fill out the pre-registration form on the right.
Degree: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a health and human services field. See below for the list of acceptable degrees.
Work Experience: 2,000 hours of addiction related work experience in the past 5 years.
Supervision: 150 hours of direct supervision of addiction related work experience.
A minimum of 10 hours of supervision in each of the following categories is required:
• Clinical Evaluation
• Treatment Planning
• Referral
• Service Coordination
• Counseling
• Client, Family and Community Education
• Documentation
• Professional and Ethical Responsibilities
Training: 350 total hours of addiction related training in the following categories and minimum hours:
• Clinical Evaluation: 35 hours
• Treatment Planning: 30 hours
• Counseling: 50 hours
• Case Management and Referral: 15 hours
• Client, Family and Community Education: 15 hours
• Documentation: 15 hours
• Ethical and Professional Responsibilities: 30 hours
• Understanding Addiction / Treatment Knowledge: 80 hours
• Application to Practice / Professional Readiness: 80 hours
Criminal Background: Must have a clean criminal history for a minimum of 3 years prior to application for certification, including release from all sanctions.
Recommendations: 3 professional letters of recommendation for certification.
Code of Ethics: Applicants must attest that they are bound by and will follow the FCB Code of Ethics in their professional practice.
Written Test: Candidates must pass the IC&RC AODA Written Exam. You can find more information about this exam here.
Renewal: 20 CEUs each year
Tier 2 Certified Addiction Professional Relevant Degrees
- Child Development
- Criminal Justice
- Education
- Family Relations
- Guidance Counseling
- Health Education/Health Sciences
- Human Services
- Nursing
- Occupational Therapy
- Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Public Health
- Recreational Therapy
- Sociology
- Vocational Counseling