Certificate Program in Substance Abuse
Illinois Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association, Inc. (IAODAPCA) Advanced Accredited Training Program
In January, 2010, Loyola University Chicago’s School of Social Work became an Advanced Accredited Training Program, preparing social work students and practitioners to become Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Counselors (CADC).
Upon completion of the training program (see below for program requirements) students are eligible to submit their application to IAODAPCA to take the CADC exam. A passing grade on the exam is required for official CADC certification.
| Outline of Program Requirements |
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| * Prior to beginning the training program, students must have completed 125 hours of generalist mental health education. These hours usually have been met if the applicant has a Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling, or another mental health profession. Evaluation of transcripts will take place on an individual basis to ensure these hours have been met by previous coursework. |
| SOWK 722: Introduction to Alcohol and Other Drug Disorders Foundation content course covering history, pharmacology, etiology, addiction and recovery; prerequisite for two subsequent clinical courses |
| SOWK 723: Clinical Practice in Addictions Advanced practice course covering screening, biopsychosocial assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, individual & family practice, client education, and case management and referral |
| SOWK 724: Group Practice with Substance Abusers |
| 500 hour supervised fieldwork in a licensed AOD treatment program. Internships take place 2 or 3 days week or in a summer block option until hours are completed. |
| Admission Criteria |
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For Current or Previous Loyola Graduate students:
- Reapplication Form |
For External Applicants (Never Attended Loyola):
- Application- Statement of Purpose |
| If you have any questions or would like to discuss the program in detail, please contact Cara Young at cyoung4@luc.edu or 312/915-7707. |
