Psychology Department

New York Licensure

To become a Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), you must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age;
  • Have earned at least a High School Diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma;
  • Be proficient in English, including the ability to speak, write, comprehend orally, and read at a minimum level necessary to perform as a CASAC;
  • Live or work in New York State at least 51 percent of the time during the application period;
  • Have two individuals complete an Evaluation of Competency and Ethical Conduct on your behalf. The Evaluation is based on the CASAC Canon of Ethical Principles
  • Document a minimum of 6,000 hours (approximately three years) of supervised, full-time equivalent work experience in an approved setting;
  • Document completion of education and training consisting of a minimum of 350 clock hours.
  • Successfully complete a criminal background check review; and
  • Pass the International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium, Inc. (IC&RC) examination for Alcohol and Drug Counselors (ADC).

All stated requirements are verified in the application process. The complete list of the CASAC qualifications and requirements, as well as the full course curriculum, can be found in the CASAC application. 

 

https://oasas.ny.gov/credentialing/alcoholism-and-substance-abuse-counselor-casac