Georgia 40 renewal hour package

Click “Course Listing” at the top of our homepage, select Georgia from the map, then choose your credential level or “All Available Courses.” All courses shown are ADACBGA-approved for Georgia counselors working toward CADC-T, CADC-I, CADC-II, or CAADC credentials. 

We offer several money-saving options: 

• Value Package (10 hours for $99, saves $31) 

• 40 Hour Renewal Package ($240, saves $280) 

• Custom packages for specific credential levels 

Plus, we offer specialized credential packages with significant savings for initial certification requirements. 

Courses are available immediately with credit card payment in your Student Center under “My Courses.” For renewal packages, you’ll receive credits to select individual courses. 

Georgia places no restrictions on the number of hours you can complete through distance learning, unlike many states that limit online education. This means you can complete your entire education requirement (50 hours for CADC-T, 300 hours for CADC-I/II, or 180 hours for CAADC) through CEU Matrix online courses without needing to find in-person training. 

• CADC-T (Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor – Trainee): Entry-level credential requiring high school diploma and 50 hours of education including 6 hours of professional ethics. Allows supervised practice while working toward full certification. 

• CADC-I (Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor I): First full certification requiring high school diploma, 300 hours of education including ethics, and 6,000 hours of supervised work experience. Allows supervised alcohol and drug counseling practice with legal scope under Georgia law. 

• CADC-II (Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor II): Advanced certification requiring bachelor’s degree in human services, 300 hours of education including ethics, trauma-informed care, telehealth, and HIV/AIDS components, plus 4,000 hours of supervised work experience. Allows independent alcohol and drug counseling practice. 

• CAADC (Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor): Highest level requiring master’s degree in behavioral health field, 180 hours of education including ethics, and 4,000 hours of supervised experience. Allows independent practice, co-occurring disorder treatment, and supervision capabilities. 

We’ve designed specific packages for Georgia requirements: 

• CADC-T Package: Covers the 50 hours required including 6 hours of professional ethics for entry-level practice 

• CADC-I Package: Provides the full 300 hours required including all 12 Core Functions and ethics training 

• CADC-II Package: Covers the 300 hours required including ethics, trauma-informed care, telehealth, and HIV/AIDS components 

• CAADC Package: Provides the 180 hours of advanced education required for master’s level independent practice 

• 40-Hour Renewal Package: Structured for all Georgia credentials with required ethics and trauma-informed care components 

• Custom Packages: Tailored for individuals who have already completed some requirements 

Georgia requires different specialized topics depending on your credential level including ethics, trauma-informed care, telehealth, and HIV/AIDS education. 

Yes, you can retake any CEU Matrix exam multiple times at no additional cost. Exams are scored immediately online, and you can print your certificate of completion as soon as you pass. 

No, there’s no time limit on CEU Matrix courses. The system tracks your credits automatically, so you can work at your own pace 24/7 from anywhere with internet access while meeting Georgia’s requirements. 

Your CEU Matrix Student Center under “My Courses” has all certificates for immediate download/printing. These certificates are specifically formatted for Georgia ADACBGA applications and include all required information for your credential submissions. 

All Georgia credentials require 40 hours of continuing education every 2 years, including: 

• 6 hours of professional ethics (required by law) 

• 3 hours of trauma-informed care 

• At least 10 hours must be from ADACBGA-approved providers (like CEU Matrix) 

• CCS (Clinical Supervisors) need an additional 6 hours in clinical supervision topics