Addiction Counseling & Treatment Cert 25HG
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 1
Last Re-Certification Date: 8/16/2023
Program Description
CLC has achieved national accreditation by the National Addiction Studies Accreditation Commission (NASAC) and is commended for excellence in the preparation of the 21st-century addictions professional workforce. The Human Services Addiction Counseling and Treatment Program (ACT) is accredited by the Illinois Certification Board (ICB/IAODAPCA, Inc.) as both an Advanced and Preparatory Training Program.
Plan 25HG is both an Advanced and Preparatory Training Program.
Advanced Program: Upon completion of the program, students are qualified to take the CADC exam to become an Illinois Certified Alcohol/ Drug Counselor. No additional work experience is required.
ICB Preparatory Program: Students will be waived from the 2nd practicum (HUS 276); however, upon completion of the program, there is a work experience requirement in order to earn the CADC.
According to ICB/IAODAPCA regulations, students who wish to earn their CADC through the Advanced Program must possess a minimum of an associate degree in human services or another behavioral science from an accredited institution of higher education. Students who do not meet this requirement should complete the A.A.S. in Addiction Counseling and Treatment, Plan 25HD, or complete this certificate as a Preparatory Program.
In order to be admitted to this option, student must first meet with department faculty. Up to 15 credit hours of prerequisite courses may be transferred from another institution with the permission of the Human Services department chair, upon submission and review of transcripts indicating successful completion. Students needing to meet these prerequisites may take them concurrently with the courses required for the certificate.
In order to take upper-level courses, students should have no history of alcohol or other drug abuse, any addiction or other addictive disorders, or should be in recovery without recurrence and out of treatment or correctional supervision for at least 18 months.
Established in 1997
CIP: 51-1501 Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Local Information
| The River Valley Workforce Investment Board requires growth information for the local workforce area. Employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show the following growth acocording to Illinois' Labor Market Information. | 11 |
| State Labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show the following growth. | 2 |
| Are your programs architecturally and programmatically accessible to individuals with disabilities? | Y |
| Does your organization have an EO policy? | Y |
| If the answer to EO #1a is yes, has a copy of your EO policy been submitted to Kane County Workforce Development in which your organization is headquartered? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a non discrimination and equal opportunity statement? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the provision of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the provision of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973? | Y |
| Do you have policy/procedures in effect requiring reasonable accommodations and auxiliary aids? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990? | Y |
| Does your policy contain a discrimination or sexual harassment complaint process procedure? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement or provision regarding sexual harassment? | Y |
| If the answer to EO#1a is no, will your organization agree to comply fully with the USDOL Equal Opportunity Assurance Statement - a signed copy is required to be filed with Kane County Workforce Development. Contact Jeanine Niedzwiedz for further information. | Y |
| Local labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted is greater than .1% | Y |
| State Labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show growth greater than .1%. | Y |
Provider Information
College of Lake County
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Community and Social Service Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
College of Lake County
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification, Community College Certificate of Completion
48 Weeks ( 675.00 Hours / 48.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $6,574.00 |
| Books | $1,915.00 |
| Fees | $1,130.00 |
| Tests | $175.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $85.00 |
| Total Cost | $9,879.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Admissions Application prior to enrolling at the College of Lake County. Contact the counseling office at 847.543.2060 to make an appointment to complete needed paperwork. All prospective students must show proof of High School/GED completion.
Entry Requirements:
- Reading - Test Scores
- Language - College Reading and Writing Readiness
- Writing - College Reading and Writing Readiness
- Prerequisites - Varies
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Weekend Classes
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
- Open Entry/Exit
Performance Data
Program: Addiction Counseling & Treatment Cert 25HG
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 1
Last Re-Certification Date: 8/16/2023
Program Description
CLC has achieved national accreditation by the National Addiction Studies Accreditation Commission (NASAC) and is commended for excellence in the preparation of the 21st-century addictions professional workforce. The Human Services Addiction Counseling and Treatment Program (ACT) is accredited by the Illinois Certification Board (ICB/IAODAPCA, Inc.) as both an Advanced and Preparatory Training Program.
Plan 25HG is both an Advanced and Preparatory Training Program.
Advanced Program: Upon completion of the program, students are qualified to take the CADC exam to become an Illinois Certified Alcohol/ Drug Counselor. No additional work experience is required.
ICB Preparatory Program: Students will be waived from the 2nd practicum (HUS 276); however, upon completion of the program, there is a work experience requirement in order to earn the CADC.
According to ICB/IAODAPCA regulations, students who wish to earn their CADC through the Advanced Program must possess a minimum of an associate degree in human services or another behavioral science from an accredited institution of higher education. Students who do not meet this requirement should complete the A.A.S. in Addiction Counseling and Treatment, Plan 25HD, or complete this certificate as a Preparatory Program.
In order to be admitted to this option, student must first meet with department faculty. Up to 15 credit hours of prerequisite courses may be transferred from another institution with the permission of the Human Services department chair, upon submission and review of transcripts indicating successful completion. Students needing to meet these prerequisites may take them concurrently with the courses required for the certificate.
In order to take upper-level courses, students should have no history of alcohol or other drug abuse, any addiction or other addictive disorders, or should be in recovery without recurrence and out of treatment or correctional supervision for at least 18 months.
Established in 1997
CIP: 51-1501 Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling.
Local Information
| The River Valley Workforce Investment Board requires growth information for the local workforce area. Employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show the following growth acocording to Illinois' Labor Market Information. | 11 |
| State Labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show the following growth. | 2 |
| Are your programs architecturally and programmatically accessible to individuals with disabilities? | Y |
| Does your organization have an EO policy? | Y |
| If the answer to EO #1a is yes, has a copy of your EO policy been submitted to Kane County Workforce Development in which your organization is headquartered? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a non discrimination and equal opportunity statement? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the provision of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the provision of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973? | Y |
| Do you have policy/procedures in effect requiring reasonable accommodations and auxiliary aids? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990? | Y |
| Does your policy contain a discrimination or sexual harassment complaint process procedure? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement or provision regarding sexual harassment? | Y |
| If the answer to EO#1a is no, will your organization agree to comply fully with the USDOL Equal Opportunity Assurance Statement - a signed copy is required to be filed with Kane County Workforce Development. Contact Jeanine Niedzwiedz for further information. | Y |
| Local labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted is greater than .1% | Y |
| State Labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show growth greater than .1%. | Y |
Provider Information
College of Lake County
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Community and Social Service Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
College of Lake County
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification, Community College Certificate of Completion
48 Weeks ( 675.00 Hours / 48.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $6,574.00 |
| Books | $1,915.00 |
| Fees | $1,130.00 |
| Tests | $175.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $85.00 |
| Total Cost | $9,879.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Admissions Application prior to enrolling at the College of Lake County. Contact the counseling office at 847.543.2060 to make an appointment to complete needed paperwork. All prospective students must show proof of High School/GED completion.
Entry Requirements:
- Reading - Test Scores
- Language - College Reading and Writing Readiness
- Writing - College Reading and Writing Readiness
- Prerequisites - Varies
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Weekend Classes
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
- Open Entry/Exit