Easy access to major freeways and bus stops. Lab areas, administrative offices, and student break area. Electrical labs equipped for practical practice. Centrally air-conditioned, wheelchair accessible.
Prepares students for certification with CCAPP, CAADE, and CADTP. Employment opportunities are limited to California. Not approved for certification in other states.
Provides the knowledge, skills, and attitude development needed to work in the treatment of alcohol and other drug dependency. Competency-based program meeting California certification standards. Credits transfer 100% to the AAS Degree in Substance Use Disorder Counseling.
Training takes place at the Riverside campus located at 21840 Van Buren Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92508. Easy access to major freeways and bus stops. Lab areas, administrative offices, and student break area. Electrical labs equipped for practical practice. Centrally air-conditioned, wheelchair accessible.
Full program overview, curriculum, and certification details →The Certificate from this program is not a license to practice independently. The program references preparation for: RADT registration, CADC-I pathway (CCAPP). See the full program page for a complete explanation of the certification path.
Learn about the certification path →A high school diploma or GED is required. Ability-to-Benefit (ATB) may be available — ask an admissions advisor. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
BPPE-required disclosure for this program at the Riverside campus:
Riverside — Alcohol and Drug Counseling Studies Performance Fact Sheet (PDF)