Credentialing

** Please read the Model for full credential requirements before starting the application process. Also note, the application review process takes up to 60 business days.

Details on the 2025 updates to the CADC and CRSS credentialing process can be found here. 

Professional Certification

Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor (CADC)

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IC&RC Counselor Certification (CRADC, CSADC, CAADC)

IC&RC Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS/CSPS)

Certified Problem and Compulsive Gambling Counselor (PCGC)

IC&RC Certified Criminal Justice Addictions Professional (CCJP)

Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS)

IC&RC Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (CPRS)

Professional Board Registration

Co-Occurring Disorder Professional (CODP I/II)

Medication Assisted Addiction Treatment Professional (MAATP)

Board Registered Dual Disorder Professional (RDDP)

Professional Endorsements

Adolescent Treatment Endorsement (ATE)

Gender Competency Endorsement (GCE)

CRSS-Employment Endorsement (CRSS-E)

CRSS Young Adult Endorsement (CRSS-YA)

Accredited Training

Learn more about Accredited Training Programs.

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Reciprocity

Learn more about reciprocal credentials into and out of Illinois.

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