The Center for Addiction Studies and Research is a Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals (MCBAP) approved provider of distance learning education for Michigan substance abuse certifications.
Michigan Substance Abuse Certification Education Requirements and Courses
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)
Documentation of 300 hours of education including 6 hours of face-to-face behavioral health professional practice ethics. A maximum of 200 of the 300 hours can be completed through approved home-study programs.
Required Courses
Michigan CADC 200-hour Required Content Training
200-hour Addiction Studies Training
SKU: n/a.
$1,600
Topics covered include:
Pharmacology of psychoactive substances
Co-occurring disorders
Enhancing motivation for change
Trauma-informed care
Ethics for addiction professionals
Theoretical models of addiction
Cultural competence in substance abuse treatment
Communicable diseases: HIV/AIDS
Telemental health
Clinical supervision for addiction professionals
200 Hours – $1600
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options or to order individual content sections.
Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)
Master’s Degree or license at a Master’s level in psychology, social work, counseling, psychiatric nursing, addiction science, or marriage and family therapy, with a clinical application.
Documentation of 186 education hours including 180 hours specific to substance use disorders and 6 hours of face-to-face behavioral health professional practice ethics.
A maximum of 130 of the 180 hours can be completed through approved home-study programs.
Required Courses
Michigan CAADC 130-hour Required Content Training
130-hour Addiction Studies Training
SKU: n/a.
$1,040
Topics covered include:
Pharmacology of Psychoactive Substances
Substance Abuse Treatment for Persons with Co-Occurring Disorders
Enhancing Motivation for Change in Substance Abuse Treatment
Trauma-Informed Care
Ethics for Addiction Professionals
130 Hours – $1040
Please contact our office for information regarding payment plan options or to order individual content sections.
Applicants must currently hold the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP), Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Professional (CCDP) or Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Diplomat (CCDP-D) to be eligible to apply for the Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS).
Documentation of 30 contact hours in clinical supervision with a minimum of four hours in each of the following performance domains: Counselor Development, Professional & Ethical Standards, Program Development & Quality Assurance, Assessing Counselor Competencies and Performance, and Treatment Knowledge.
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.
Michigan Substance Abuse Certification Continuing Education Requirements and Courses
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) / Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)
Documentation of sixty (60) hours of continuing education when holding a three (3) year certification, forty (40) hours of continuing education when holding a two (2) year certification, or twenty (20) hours of continuing education when holding a one (1) year certification.
There is no limit on the number of continuing education hours that can be earned through home study trainings.
Elective Courses
Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS)
Documentation of 6 hours of education every two years specific to the clinical supervision domains.
There is no limit on the number of continuing education hours that can be earned through home study trainings.
Required Courses
Clinical Supervision for Addiction Professionals
Clinical Supervision for Addiction Professionals
SKU: n/a.
$100
This course focuses on supervisory issues and techniques in substance abuse counseling.
Learn More About Michigan Substance Abuse Counselor Certification
Complete your initial and continuing education requirements for a Michigan 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 Michigan substance abuse counselor approved distance learning coursework. Whether you are looking for initial certification requirements, continuing education for a Michigan substance abuse counselor certification, or have questions regarding the Michigan 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 Michigan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why become a Michigan 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 a Michigan 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 Michigan?
To receive a Michigan 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 Michigan addiction counselor education requirements, please select the tabs above.
For more information regarding the Michigan substance abuse counselor certification requirements, please contact our office.
How do Michigan substance abuse counselor online addiction courses work?
Confirm your specific Michigan substance abuse counselor certification (CADC, CAADC, or CCS) 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 exams.
Receive certificates of completion following the successful completion of each substance abuse counselor training.
How does the Michigan 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 Michigan substance abuse continuing education?
We offer Michigan 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 / CAADC, or CCS) under Michigan Substance Abuse Certification Continuing Education Requirements and Courses.
For more information regarding the Michigan substance abuse certification continuing education requirements, please contact our office.
