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The Center for Addiction Studies and Research is an Arizona Board for Certification of Addiction Counselors (ABCAC) accepted distance-learning provider of education for Arizona substance abuse certifications.
Arizona Substance Abuse Certification Education Requirements and Courses
Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) - HS Diploma or GED
Documentation of 210 hours of education including:
- 90 hours in addiction studies
- 6 hours in professional ethics and responsibilities
- 4 hours in HIV/AIDS education
The remaining 110 hours can fall within behavioral sciences.
Required Courses
CAC 210-hour Required Content Training
- 90 hours in addiction studies
- 6 hours of education in Professional Ethics and Responsibilities
- 4 hours in HIV/AIDS education
Arizona CAC/CADAC 210-hour Required Content Training
$1,470
210 Hours – $1470
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options or to order individual content sections.
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CAC 90-Hour Addiction Studies Content Training
90-Hour Addiction Studies Content Training
$630
This course focuses on knowledge of alcoholism and drug abuse.
Topics covered include:
- Pharmacology of psychoactive substances
- Theoretical models of addiction
- Medication-assisted treatment
90 Hours – $630
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options.
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CAC 120-hour Required Content Training
Arizona CAC/CADAC 120-hour Required Content Training
$840
This course includes 6 hours of professional ethics education and 4 hours of HIV/AIDS education.
Topics covered include:
- Ethics in Addiction Counseling
- Communicable Diseases: HIV/AIDS
- Enhancing Motivation for Change
- Group Therapy
- Trauma-Informed Care
120 Hours – $840
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options or to order individual content sections.
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Ethics for Addiction Professionals
Ethics for Addiction Professionals
$100
This course focuses on legal issues, ethical principles and professional considerations commonly faced by addiction professionals.
Topics covered include:
- Ethical principles and legal issues in addiction counseling
- Counselor-client relationships
- Transference/countertransference
- Boundary issues
- Clinical supervision and counselor competence
- Professional readiness
- Federal Confidentiality Regulations (42 CFR Part 2)
- The HIPAA Privacy Rule
- Application of NAADAC Code Ethics in professional practice
6 Hours – $100
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Communicable Diseases: HIV/AIDS
Communicable Diseases: HIV/AIDS
$115
This course focuses on the impact of substance abuse on the transmission, progression and treatment of HIV/AIDS.
Topics covered include:
- Epidemiology
- Transmission and disease progression
- Testing and diagnosis
- Risk factors and risk reduction techniques
- Medical complications
- Special populations
- Barriers to treatment
- Prevention and treatment issues
10 Hours – $115
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Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) - AA Degree or Higher
Documentation of 260 hours of education including:
- 90 hours in addiction studies
- 6 hours in professional ethics and responsibilities
- 4 hours in HIV/AIDS education
The remaining 160 hours can fall within behavioral sciences.
Required Courses
CAC 260-hour Required Content Training
Arizona CAC 260-hour Required Content Training
$1,820
This course includes 90 hours in addiction studies, 6 hours of education in Professional Ethics and Responsibilities, and 4 hours in HIV/AIDS education.
260 Hours – $1820
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options or to order individual content sections.
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Individual Content Area Courses
CAC 90-Hour Addiction Studies Content Training
90-Hour Addiction Studies Content Training
$630
This course focuses on knowledge of alcoholism and drug abuse.
Topics covered include:
- Pharmacology of psychoactive substances
- Theoretical models of addiction
- Medication-assisted treatment
90 Hours – $630
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options.
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CAC 170-hour Required Content Training
Arizona CAC 170-hour Required Content Training
$1,190
This course includes 6 hours of professional ethics education and 4 hours of HIV/AIDS education.
Topics covered include:
- Ethics in Addiction Counseling
- Communicable Diseases: HIV/AIDS
- Enhancing Motivation for Change
- Group Therapy
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Cultural Competence
170 Hours – $1190
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options or to order individual content sections.
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Ethics for Addiction Professionals
Ethics for Addiction Professionals
$100
This course focuses on legal issues, ethical principles and professional considerations commonly faced by addiction professionals.
Topics covered include:
- Ethical principles and legal issues in addiction counseling
- Counselor-client relationships
- Transference/countertransference
- Boundary issues
- Clinical supervision and counselor competence
- Professional readiness
- Federal Confidentiality Regulations (42 CFR Part 2)
- The HIPAA Privacy Rule
- Application of NAADAC Code Ethics in professional practice
6 Hours – $100
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Communicable Diseases: HIV/AIDS
Communicable Diseases: HIV/AIDS
$115
This course focuses on the impact of substance abuse on the transmission, progression and treatment of HIV/AIDS.
Topics covered include:
- Epidemiology
- Transmission and disease progression
- Testing and diagnosis
- Risk factors and risk reduction techniques
- Medical complications
- Special populations
- Barriers to treatment
- Prevention and treatment issues
10 Hours – $115
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Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (CADAC)
Bachelors Degree or higher.
Documentation of 210 hours of education including:
- 90 hours in addiction studies
- 90 hours in counseling
- 6 hours in professional ethics and responsibilities
- 4 hours in HIV/AIDS education
The remaining 20 hours can fall within behavioral sciences.
Required Courses
CADAC 210-hour Required Content Training
Arizona CAC/CADAC 210-hour Required Content Training
$1,470
210 Hours – $1470
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options or to order individual content sections.
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Individual Content Area Courses
CADAC 90-Hour Addiction Studies Content Training
90-Hour Addiction Studies Content Training
$630
This course focuses on knowledge of alcoholism and drug abuse.
Topics covered include:
- Pharmacology of psychoactive substances
- Theoretical models of addiction
- Medication-assisted treatment
90 Hours – $630
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options.
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CADAC 120-hour Required Content Training
Arizona CAC/CADAC 120-hour Required Content Training
$840
This course includes 6 hours of professional ethics education and 4 hours of HIV/AIDS education.
Topics covered include:
- Ethics in Addiction Counseling
- Communicable Diseases: HIV/AIDS
- Enhancing Motivation for Change
- Group Therapy
- Trauma-Informed Care
120 Hours – $840
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options or to order individual content sections.
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Ethics for Addiction Professionals
Ethics for Addiction Professionals
$100
This course focuses on legal issues, ethical principles and professional considerations commonly faced by addiction professionals.
Topics covered include:
- Ethical principles and legal issues in addiction counseling
- Counselor-client relationships
- Transference/countertransference
- Boundary issues
- Clinical supervision and counselor competence
- Professional readiness
- Federal Confidentiality Regulations (42 CFR Part 2)
- The HIPAA Privacy Rule
- Application of NAADAC Code Ethics in professional practice
6 Hours – $100
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Communicable Diseases: HIV/AIDS
Communicable Diseases: HIV/AIDS
$115
This course focuses on the impact of substance abuse on the transmission, progression and treatment of HIV/AIDS.
Topics covered include:
- Epidemiology
- Transmission and disease progression
- Testing and diagnosis
- Risk factors and risk reduction techniques
- Medical complications
- Special populations
- Barriers to treatment
- Prevention and treatment issues
10 Hours – $115
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Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC)
Master’s degree or higher.
Documentation of 190 hours of alcohol and drug counseling specific education including 6 hours in professional ethics and responsibilities and 4 hours in HIV/AIDS education.
Required Courses
AADC 190-hour Required Content Training
Arizona AADC 190-hour Required Content Training
$1,330
This course includes 180 hours of alcohol and drug counseling specific education, 6 hours of professional ethics education, and 4 hours of HIV/AIDS education.
190 Hours – $1330
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options or to order individual content sections.
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Individual Content Area Courses
AADC 90-Hour Addiction Studies Content Training
90-Hour Addiction Studies Content Training
$630
This course focuses on knowledge of alcoholism and drug abuse.
Topics covered include:
- Pharmacology of psychoactive substances
- Theoretical models of addiction
- Medication-assisted treatment
90 Hours – $630
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options.
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AADC 100-hour Counseling Required Content Training
100-Hour Counseling Training
$700
Topics covered include:
- Enhancing Motivation for Change
- Group Therapy
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Ethics for Addiction Professionals
- Communicable Diseases: HIV/AIDS
100 Hours – $700
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options.
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Ethics for Addiction Professionals
Ethics for Addiction Professionals
$100
This course focuses on legal issues, ethical principles and professional considerations commonly faced by addiction professionals.
Topics covered include:
- Ethical principles and legal issues in addiction counseling
- Counselor-client relationships
- Transference/countertransference
- Boundary issues
- Clinical supervision and counselor competence
- Professional readiness
- Federal Confidentiality Regulations (42 CFR Part 2)
- The HIPAA Privacy Rule
- Application of NAADAC Code Ethics in professional practice
6 Hours – $100
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Communicable Diseases: HIV/AIDS
Communicable Diseases: HIV/AIDS
$115
This course focuses on the impact of substance abuse on the transmission, progression and treatment of HIV/AIDS.
Topics covered include:
- Epidemiology
- Transmission and disease progression
- Testing and diagnosis
- Risk factors and risk reduction techniques
- Medical complications
- Special populations
- Barriers to treatment
- Prevention and treatment issues
10 Hours – $115
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Arizona Substance Abuse Certification Continuing Education Requirements and Courses
Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) / Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (CADAC) / Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC)
Documentation of 40 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years including 3 hours of ethics and 3 hours of cultural diversity education.
Required Courses
Ethics for Addiction Professionals
Ethics for Addiction Professionals
$100
This course focuses on legal issues, ethical principles and professional considerations commonly faced by addiction professionals.
Topics covered include:
- Ethical principles and legal issues in addiction counseling
- Counselor-client relationships
- Transference/countertransference
- Boundary issues
- Clinical supervision and counselor competence
- Professional readiness
- Federal Confidentiality Regulations (42 CFR Part 2)
- The HIPAA Privacy Rule
- Application of NAADAC Code Ethics in professional practice
6 Hours – $100
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Cultural Competence
Cultural Competence (3 hours)
$75
This course offers a conceptual framework for working with diverse cultural groups in a substance abuse treatment setting.
Topics covered include:
- General principles for delivering culturally competent treatment services
- Health and social consequences of drug use
- Help seeking behaviors
- Access to care issues and barriers to treatment
- Core competences and skills
- Adapting treatment approaches to clients from culturally diverse backgrounds
- Culturally responsive assessment and treatment planning
3 Hours – $75
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Learn More About Arizona Substance Abuse Counselor Certification
Complete your initial and continuing education requirements for an Arizona substance abuse counselor certification through our convenient and flexible distance learning addiction education format. The Center for Addiction Studies and Research offers self-paced, home study Arizona substance abuse counselor approved distance learning coursework. Whether you are looking for initial certification requirements, continuing education for an Arizona substance abuse counselor certification, or have questions regarding the Arizona substance abuse counselor certification process, The Center for Addiction Studies and Research can help you with any of your questions about becoming a substance abuse counselor in Arizona.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why become an Arizona substance abuse counselor?
The substance abuse treatment field is facing a nationwide shortage of trained addiction treatment counselors. More than 24 million people across the United States are in need of treatment for alcohol and substance abuse related problems. Approximately 5,000 new counselors are needed annually to keep up with the current demand for treatment services. By completing substance abuse counselor training and receiving an Arizona substance abuse counselor certification, you can help reduce this shortage and make a difference in people’s lives.
How do I become a substance abuse counselor in Arizona?
To receive an Arizona substance abuse counselor certification, you will need to document successful completion of addiction studies educational requirements, supervised work experience hours, and pass a state certification examination. To view specific Arizona addiction counselor education requirements, please select the tabs above.
For more information regarding the Arizona substance abuse counselor certification requirements, please contact our office.
How do Arizona substance abuse counselor online addiction courses work?
- Confirm your specific Arizona substance abuse counselor certification (CAC, CADAC, or AADC) and then choose from our pre-approved addiction studies coursework listed above.
- Read through the addiction education required for substance abuse certification.
- Complete the multiple choice exam.
- Receive certificates of completion following the successful completion of each substance abuse counselor training.
How does the Arizona substance abuse counselor online addiction certification process work?
Upon successful completion of your online addiction courses, you will need to submit your certificates of completion along with the rest of your application packet to the state board.
Where can I receive Arizona substance abuse continuing education?
We offer Arizona substance abuse counselor approved continuing education. To view specific continuing education requirements or to view our list of approved addiction education, please select the CAC / CADAC / AADC tab under Arizona Substance Abuse Certification Continuing Education Requirements and Courses.
For more information regarding the Arizona substance abuse certification continuing education requirements, please contact our office.