The Center for Addiction Studies and Research is a Mississippi Association of Addiction Professionals (MAAP) accepted distance-learning provider of education for Mississippi substance abuse certification.
Mississippi Substance Abuse Certification Education Requirements and Courses
Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor (CADC, CADC I, CADC II) / Certified Advanced Alcohol Drug Counselor (CAADC)
CADC: High school diploma or equivalent
CADC I: Bachelor’s degree in a related field
CADC II: Masters degree in a related field
CAADC: Master’s degree in a related field, with a clinical application from an accredited college or university
Documentation of 270 hours of chemical dependency specific education.
Six (6) hours must be specific to alcohol and drug counseling ethics, and six (6) hours must be specific to HIV/AIDS training. Six hour ethics training must be completed through an MAAP provided ethics course.
A maximum of 50% of the 270-hour chemical dependency requirement (135 hours) may be earned through approved distance-learning education.
Required Courses
130-hour Addiction Studies Training
Please note, this course does not include 6 hours of face-to-face ethics or 6 hours of HIV education.
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.
Applicant must hold and maintain certification as a CADC, CADC I, CADC II, CAADC, or CCJP at the IC&RC reciprocal level or hold a specialty substance abuse credential in another professional discipline in the human services field at the Master’s level or higher. Applicant must be currently employed in a clinical supervisory position at the time application is submitted to MAAP.
Documentation of 30 contact hours in clinical supervision with a minimum of six hours in each of the following performance domains: counselor development, professional and ethical standards, program development and quality assurance, performance evaluation, and administration.
A maximum of 50% of the 30-hour education requirement (15 hours) may be earned through approved distance-learning education.
Required Courses
Clinical Supervision and Professional Development of the Substance Abuse Counselor
Clinical Supervision and Professional Development of the Substance Abuse Counselor
SKU: n/a.
$175
This course focuses on supervisory issues and techniques in substance abuse counseling.
Learn More About Mississippi Substance Abuse Counselor Certification
Complete your initial and continuing education requirements for a Mississippi 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 Mississippi substance abuse counselor approved distance learning coursework. Whether you are looking for initial certification requirements, continuing education for a Mississippi substance abuse counselor certification, or have questions regarding the Mississippi 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 Mississippi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why become a Mississippi 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 Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
To receive a Mississippi 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 Mississippi addiction counselor education requirements, please select the tabs above.
For more information regarding the Mississippi substance abuse counselor certification requirements, please contact our office.
How do Mississippi substance abuse counselor online addiction courses work?
Confirm your specific Mississippi substance abuse counselor certification (CADC, CADC I, CADC II, CAADC, or CCS) and then choose from our pre-approved addiction studies coursework listed above.
Read through the addiction education required for Mississippi substance abuse certification.
Complete the multiple choice exams.
Receive certificates of completion following the successful completion of each Mississippi substance abuse counselor training.
How does the Mississippi 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 Mississippi substance abuse counselor continuing education?
We offer Mississippi 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 / CADC I / CADC II / CAADC; or CCS) under Mississippi Substance Abuse Certification Continuing Education Requirements and Courses.
For more information regarding the Mississippi substance abuse certification continuing education requirements, please contact our office.
