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What is CAC Certification?

Substance use disorder counseling, also called addiction counseling, is a rapidly growing field offering a variety of career opportunities. Entering this profession requires specialized training, and there are several different levels of certification available, depending on your education level. Each state has boards that offer…

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We encourage counselors, physicians, nurses, social workers and anyone with a bachelor’s or higher degree to apply.

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Help address America’s No. 1 public health problem and meet a growing need for well-trained addiction professionals.

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Position yourself for success with specialized training in addiction evaluation, counseling and treatment.

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What is CAC Certification?

Substance use disorder counseling, also called addiction counseling, is a rapidly growing field offering a variety of career opportunities. Entering this profession requires specialized training, and there are several different levels of certification available, depending on your education level. Each state has boards that offer credentialing,…

Substance Abuse vs. Dependence: What’s the Difference?

Stigma often surrounds the use of terms such as addiction, dependence, and substance abuse. In recent years, related medical terminology has been changed and clarified. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), the official guide for diagnosing behavioral disorders, previously had the classifications “substance abuse” and “substance dependence.”…

What is CAP Certification?

Rising demand for addiction treatment, thanks to expanded insurance access, has led to a greater need for qualified addiction treatment professionals. Credentialing agencies play an important role in ensuring quality care, by setting and monitoring education and experience standards for addiction professionals. What is the CAP certification? In Florida,…