CDCA Series
CDCA - Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistance Series
The Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) certification was developed by the Ohio Chemical Dependency board to assist individuals in becoming credentialed to work in the addictions field. The CDCA certification is the first step in becoming a certified chemical dependency counselor. It requires chemical dependency specific education in the following areas:
- Theories of Addiction
- Counseling Procedures & Strategies with Addicted Populations
- Group Process & Techniques
- Assessment and Diagnosis of Addiction
- Treatment Planning
- Legal and Ethical Issues Pertaining to Chemical Dependency
Individuals with a CDCA certification can work with substance use clients under supervision in a variety of settings including behavioral health agencies, addiction and treatment centers.
For a complete list of requirements, visit Ohio Chemical Dependency Board.
Phase I
CDCA Phase I
This initial CDCA certification is a preliminary certification and will be granted for 13 months. It requires 40 hours of chemical dependency specific education in the following areas:
- Theories of Addiction
- Counseling Procedures & Strategies with Addicted Populations
- Group Process & Techniques
- Assessment and Diagnosis of Addiction
- Treatment Planning
- Legal and Ethical Issues Pertaining to Chemical Dependency
Individuals with a CDCA certification can work with substance use clients under supervision in a variety of settings including behavioral health agencies, addiction and treatment centers.
For a complete list of requirements, visit Ohio Chemical Dependency Board.
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CDCA Phase I training sessions available through Talbert House:
Payment will be accepted by cash, check, or credit card in full or with payments. For payment instructions, see FAQs. Contact ITD at the email below for more information.
Questions? Need more information?
Email: ITD.registrations@talberthouse.org
Registration Policy
Please read our Registration Policy for cancellation, confirmation and payment.
Phase II
CDCA Phase II
Upon completion of initial CDCA certification (Phase I), individuals must complete at least 30 additional hours of training in chemical dependency counseling within 13 months. Training must be specific to the following areas:
- Theories of Addiction
- Counseling Procedures & Strategies with Addicted Populations
- Group Process & Techniques
- Assessment and Diagnosis of Addiction
- Treatment Planning
- Legal and Ethical Issues Pertaining to Chemical Dependency
Individuals with a CDCA certification can work with substance use clients under supervision in a variety of settings including behavioral health agencies, addiction and treatment centers.
For a complete list of requirements, visit Ohio Chemical Dependency Board.
Sign Up Today
CDCA Phase II training sessions available through Talbert House:
Payment will be accepted by cash, check or credit card in full or with payments. For payment instructions, see FAQs. You may be eligible for 25% off when you register for all required hours on the same day. Contact ITD at the email below for more information.
Questions? Need more information?
Email: ITD.registrations@talberthouse.org
Registration Policy
Please read our Registration Policy for cancellation, confirmation and payment.
