Become a Certified
SUD Counselor
635 hours of comprehensive, 100% online training. From classroom to certification — we prepare you for the ADC Written Exam to change lives and start earning what you deserve.
"Turning Negative Pasts Into Positive Futures"
Board-Approved Training That Prepares You to Thrive
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The Heart of ADCSI
Empathy
We teach our students to feel with their clients, not just for them. True empathy is the foundation of effective counseling.
Congruence
Authenticity in practice. We model and cultivate genuine, transparent therapeutic relationships.
Unconditional Positive Regard
Every person deserves acceptance without judgment. We instill this principle as the cornerstone of client-centered care.
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Before We Start
The journey toward becoming a certified SUD counselor starts here.
Which certification board are you preparing for? This helps us tailor your experience.
The ADCSI Difference
A complete SUD counselor training program — from orientation to certification. New cohorts start every first Monday of the month.
Orientation Course
10 HoursPersonal Professional Growth
50 HoursCase Management / 12 Core Functions
80 HoursIndividual, Group & Family Counseling
50 HoursLaw and Ethics
50 HoursAbnormal Psychology / Intro to AOD
50 HoursPhysiology & Pharmacology
50 HoursClinical I-II Bundle
305 HoursComplete Program
635 HoursHear From Our Students
"I just got done with the test and passed with flying colors — not even close. I was significantly passed. Just wanted to thank you. You've gone above and beyond, brother."
"It doesn't feel like a traditional online course. There's that interactive component of posting videos on Volley and even some of the tests having that back and forth. You get the convenience of working on your own time."
"When I took my IC&RC exam, I passed with flying colors on the first try. I would attribute a lot of my success to ADCSI. I highly recommend them. I highly recommend Rick."
"I'm so glad I started after procrastinating for so long because I was afraid. I was afraid of changing careers... So far, I love it. I have been learning new things and I'm applying them to myself first."
"He saw the best in me when I couldn't see it in myself. I am currently a substance use specialist on a multidisciplinary team linking people experiencing homelessness to housing. It's very fulfilling."
"I just completed the third module and so far I'm really enjoying and absorbing all the materials. I feel like they really lead into the next one after the next one. It all ties in together and the farther I go, the more it all makes a full circle. I really enjoy watching documentaries of health care workers in action and reading specific books about addiction."
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