Florida Certification Board

Counselors are often called upon to provide education about the disease of addiction, its causes and its consequences to clients, their family members and the community at large.

The Florida Certification Board approves this course and meets the 10-hour requirement for the Client, Family, and Community Education Domain for the initial application for the CAC credentials. Please see the Florida Certification Board for full details on these credentials, including formal education, other content-specific training domains required, work experience, supervision, and required exams.

Counselors are often called upon to provide education about the disease of addiction, its causes, and its consequences to clients, their family members, and the community at large.

The Florida Certification Board approves this course and meets the 15-hour requirement for the Client, Family, and Community Education Domain for the initial application for the CAP credentials. Please see the Florida Certification Board for full details on these credentials, including formal education, other content-specific training domains required, work experience, supervision, and required exams.

Case management offers the client a single point of contact with the health and social services systems. Throughout case management models, in the substance abuse field and elsewhere, there is an overriding belief that clients must take the lead in identifying needed resources. This understanding forms the context for the professional’s work, which focuses on identifying psychosocial issues and anticipating helping the client obtain resources. Case management also embodies the strengths perspective, based on the belief that individuals possess abilities and inner resources that allow them to cope effectively with the challenges of living.

The Florida Certification Board approves this course and meets the 10-hour requirement for the Case Management and Referral Domain for the initial application for the CAC credentials. Please see the Florida Certification Board for full details on these credentials, including formal education, other content-specific training domains required, work experience, supervision, and required exams.

Case management offers the client a single point of contact with the health and social services systems. Throughout case management models, in the substance abuse field and elsewhere, there is an overriding belief that clients must take the lead in identifying needed resources. This understanding forms the context for the professional’s work, which focuses on identifying psychosocial issues and anticipating helping the client obtain resources. Case management also embodies the strengths perspective, based on the belief that individuals possess abilities and inner resources that allow them to cope effectively with the challenges of living.

The Florida Certification Board approves this course and meets the 15-hour requirement for the Case Management and Referral Domain for the initial application for the CAP credentials. Please see the Florida Certification Board for full details on these credentials, including formal education, other content-specific training domains required, work experience, supervision, and required exams.

Counseling is a professional relationship that empowers diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals (American Counseling Association).”  Counseling is a collaborative process aimed at the betterment of an individual based on their goals.

Counselors develop a therapeutic relationship with clients, families, and concerned others in order to facilitate self-exploration, disclosure, problem-solving, and behavioral change.

The Florida Certification Board approves this course and meets the 30-hour requirement for the Counseling Domain for initial application for CAC and CAP credentials. Please see the Florida Certification Board for full details on these credentials, including formal education, other content-specific training domains required, work experience, supervision, and required exams.

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment planning involves creating personalized recovery plans tailored to address individual needs and goals. It begins with a thorough assessment, leading to establishing treatment goals focused on reducing substance use, improving health, and enhancing coping skills. Treatment may include a range of interventions, such as therapy, medication, and support services. Regular monitoring and adjustments ensure the plan remains effective, aiming to empower individuals to achieve lasting recovery and well-being.

The Florida Certification Board approves this course and meets the 15-hour requirement for the Treatment Planning Domain for the initial application for CAC and CAP credentials.  Please see the Florida Certification Board for full details on these credentials, including formal education, other content-specific training domains required, work experience, supervision, and required exams.

Effectively evaluating an individual’s alcohol and drug misuse is pivotal in preventing or intervening early in addiction. Recognizing early warning signs among those susceptible to developing severe drinking or drug-related issues can prompt a shift away from harmful habits. For others, thorough screening and more comprehensive assessments are essential in determining the appropriate course of action toward treatment and recovery.

The Florida Certification Board approves this course and meets the 25-hour requirement for the Clinical Evaluation Domain for initial application for CAC and CAP credentials.  Please see the Florida Certification Board for full details on these credentials, including formal education, other content-specific training domains required, work experience, supervision, and required exams.