The Center for Addiction Studies and Research is an Iowa Certification Board (ICB) accepted distance-learning provider of education for Iowa substance abuse certification.
Iowa Substance Abuse Certification Education Requirements and Courses
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)
High school diploma or general education diploma.
Documentation of 150 hours of relevant chemical dependency education that must include:
45 hours in counseling theories and techniques
45 hours in alcohol and drug specific training
6 hours in special populations
6 hours in counseling ethics
3 hours in racial/ethnic diversity
Up to 50% of initial certification hours (75 hours) can be earned through distance learning education.Â
Required Courses
Iowa CADC 75-hour Required Content Training
Iowa CADC 75-hour Required Content Training
SKU: n/a.
$600
Topics covered include:
Counseling Theories and Techniques (45 hours)
Alcohol and Drug Specific Training (15 hours)
Special Populations (6 hours)
Counseling Ethics (6 hours)
Racial/Ethnic Training (3 hours)
75 Hours – $600
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options or to order individual content sections.
Hold a current and valid IADC, IAADC, CCJP, or CCDP OR hold a specialty substance abuse credential in another professional discipline in the human services field at the master’s level or higher.
Documentation of 33 hours education including 30 hours of education specific to the IC&RC clinical supervision domains and 3Â hours of racial/ethnic training.
Required Courses
Clinical Supervision in Substance Abuse Treatment
Clinical Supervision in Substance Abuse Treatment
SKU: n/a.
$325
This course focuses on advanced supervisory issues and techniques in substance abuse counseling.
Iowa Substance Abuse Certification Continuing Education Requirements and Courses
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) / International Alcohol and Drug Counselor (IADC), International Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (IAADC)
Documentation of 40 hours of continuing education every two years. This must include three (3) hours in counselor ethics.
Up to 50% of continuing education hours (20 hours) can be earned through distance learning education.Â
Required Courses
Ethics for Addiction Professionals
Ethics for Addiction Professionals
SKU: n/a.
$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
Learn More About Iowa Substance Abuse Counselor Certification
Complete your initial and continuing education requirements for an Iowa 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 Iowa substance abuse counselor approved distance learning coursework. Whether you are looking for initial certification requirements, continuing education for an Iowa substance abuse counselor certification, or have questions regarding the Iowa 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 Iowa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why become an Iowa 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 Iowa 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 Iowa?
To receive an Iowa 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 Iowa addiction counselor education requirements, please select the tabs above.
For more information regarding the Iowa substance abuse counselor certification requirements, please contact our office.
How do Iowa substance abuse counselor online addiction courses work?
Confirm your specific Iowa substance abuse counselor certification (CADC, IADC, IAADC, or CCS) and then choose from our pre-approved addiction studies coursework listed above.
Read through the addiction education required for Iowa substance abuse certification.
Complete the multiple choice exams.
Receive certificates of completion following the successful completion of each Iowa substance abuse counselor training.
How does the Iowa 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 Iowa substance abuse continuing education?
We offer Iowa substance abuse counselor approved continuing education. To view specific continuing education requirements or to view our list of approved addiction education, please select the corresponding tab (CADC / IADC / IAADC / CCS) under Iowa Substance Abuse Certification Continuing Education Requirements and Courses.
For more information regarding the Iowa substance abuse certification continuing education requirements, please contact our office.
