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CEU Matrix is a NAADAC-approved education provider (Provider # 94564) in the state of Virginia for the following initial certification and renewals:
- Associate Addiction Counselor (AAC)
- Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)
- Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC).
We currently have 100+ courses totaling over 400 hours in our course library. Courses are online and completed at your own pace with no time limits.
- Affordable & On-Demand
- Virginia Board Approved
- Instant Certificates Upon Completion
Initial Certification Packages
- Degree / Education Required
- High school diploma or GED.
- Work Experience Hours Required
- 4,000 hours (2 years full-time) of work experience as a drug and alcohol counselor. Must be currently employed at time of application.
- Direct Supervision Hours
- 200 hours of on-the-job clinical supervision with a minimum of 10 hours in each of the 4 counselor domains.
- State Certification Exam
- No exam required.
- Packaged Courses
- View our 200 Hour Course Package
- Required Content Areas (required hours)
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Virginia requires 200 hours of education and training for the Associate Addiction Counselor (AAC) credential, including a minimum of 6 hours in substance use disorders ethics. This CEU Matrix 200-hour package provides the full education requirement.
Education and clinical supervision are organized around 4 counselor domains:
1. Scientific Principles of Substance Use and Co-Occurring Disorders
2. Evidence-Based Screening and Assessment
3. Evidence-Based Treatment, Counseling and Referral
4. Professional Ethical and Legal ResponsibilitiesThere is no limit on the amount of online education that may be submitted.
- Degree / Education Required
- Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
- Work Experience Hours Required
- 2,000 hours (1 year full-time) of clinical work experience in the specific AADC domains. Must be currently employed as a drug and alcohol counselor at time of application.
- Direct Supervision Hours
- 100 hours of on-the-job clinical supervision with a minimum of 10 hours in each of the 4 AADC domains.
- State Certification Exam
- IC&RC AADC examination.
- Packaged Courses
- View our 180 Hour Course Package
- Required Content Areas (required hours)
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Virginia requires 180 hours of education and training for the Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) credential, including 6 hours in counselor ethics and responsibilities. This CEU Matrix 180-hour package provides the full education requirement.
Education must be specific to the AADC domains:
1. Screening, Assessment, and Engagement
2. Treatment Planning, Collaboration, and Referral
3. Counseling and Education
4. Professional and Ethical ResponsibilitiesThere is no limit on the amount of online education that may be submitted. There is no time limit on when education was received.
- Degree / Education Required
- Bachelor’s degree minimum.
- Work Experience Hours Required
- 4,000 hours (2 years full-time) of clinical work experience in the specific ADC domains. Must be currently employed as a drug and alcohol counselor at time of application.
- Direct Supervision Hours
- 200 hours of on-the-job clinical supervision with a minimum of 10 hours in each of the 4 ADC domains.
- State Certification Exam
- IC&RC ADC examination (150 multiple-choice questions, computer-based, 3 hours).
- Packaged Courses
- View our 300 Hour Course Package
- Required Content Areas (required hours)
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Virginia requires 300 hours of education and training for the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) credential, including 6 hours in professional, ethical, and legal responsibilities. This CEU Matrix 300-hour package provides the full education requirement.
Education must be specific to the 4 ADC domains:
1. Scientific Principles of Substance Use and Co-Occurring Disorders
2. Evidence-Based Screening and Assessment
3. Evidence-Based Treatment, Counseling, and Referral
4. Professional, Ethical, and Legal Responsibilities
Please visit your state’s credentialing board for additional and the most current information on your credential.
Renewals
For the most up-to-date information please visit the state board website.
Virginia Board Website
How to Become a Substance Abuse Counselor in Virginia
Complete Education
Enroll in our distance learning program to fulfill educational requirements for certification. Our self-paced, home-study course bundles can be completed anywhere at any time!
Complete Supervised Work Experience
Accrue supervised work experience hours by working in a treatment facility or other relevant setting.
Pass the State Exam
Register with your state certification/licensing board and sign up to take the state exam.
Apply for Certification
Submit application to the state certification/licensure board, including proof of completed education, work experience, exam results, and other required information.
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