Q.  What is required to become a licensed Alcohol and drug Counselor?

Q.  What specific courses are needed to become an LADC?

Q.  Why are the 12 core functions so critical in training of an ADC?

Q.  Where can I obtain training to meet the licensing requirements for ADCs?

Q.  Do I have to take course work in Minnesota to meet the ADC licensing requirements?

Q.  Are there any online courses I can take to satisfy the ADC academic requirements?

Q.  If a person has taken related counseling, social work, psychology and etc. courses, will BBHT count them toward meeting ADC licensing requirements?

Q.  Is there any special consideration given to persons with a master’s or doctoral degree in other mental health fields?

Q.  Is it possible for someone to complete their practicum at the same time they are finishing their academic requirements?

Q.  Can someone complete one practicum for two disciplines at the same time?

Q.  Who do I contact to sign up for the exams?

Q.  How can I prepare for the exams? Are there study guides available?

Q.  To what extent can someone with a temporary permit work and function as an alcohol and drug counselor? Do they have to have supervisors in sessions with them or just have the supervisor on site?

Q.  How can a person qualify for a temporary permit?

Q.  Can a psychologist, social worker or other licensed health care professional supervise persons with a temporary permit?

Q.  What are the qualifications for a CD technician, and what can they do?

Q.  Can Alcohol and Drug Counselors diagnose?

Q.  How long does it take to become licensed?

Q.  I have a criminal history or previous mental health issue. Will this background prevent me from getting an ADC license?

Q.  I am a licensed ADC in the State of “X.” Can I apply by reciprocity for a Minnesota ADC license?

Q.  I have a reciprocal certification. Can I get a Minnesota license with my certification?

Q.  What other major ADC organizations related to chemical dependency are there in Minnesota?