The Institute for Chemical Dependency Studies, a National Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC) approved education provider of Substance Abuse Counselor Education, sets the standard of excellence in initial, ongoing, and advanced clinical and professional training and development in the field of addiction counseling.
ICDS Program History
ICDS has been training counselors since 1992 via classroom and distance learning. Our program will give you the training you need to work to create healthier individuals, families and communities through prevention, intervention, quality treatment and recovery support.
The curriculum focuses on all aspects of chemical dependency, including counseling techniques, the function and responsibilities of a case manager, family needs and recovery issues, training in intervention techniques and facilitation, dual diagnosis treatment, adolescent drug abuse services and counseling, adult children of alcoholics needs and services, sexual addiction education, eating disorders education, relapse prevention and ethics.
Our training gives students the national standard of knowledge, education, and skills to successfully work in the field of chemical dependency and substance abuse counseling. Our courses are eligible for transfer credit into a number of colleges and universities, including the University of Phoenix and Central Texas College. For information about college credit, see the college credit page.
Counselor CEUs
As an approved provider by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals, we offer a wide range of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and certification courses designed for addiction professionals, counselors, and mental health specialists. Our CEU courses are perfect for those seeking to maintain their certification, advance their skills, or meet continuing education requirements.
Choose from courses ranging from 3 to 15 credit hours, all of which are conveniently available for quick and secure online purchase and download. With topics covering addiction treatment, mental health, counseling techniques, and more, our workshops and certification programs are tailored to fit your professional development needs.
Certification Courses & Workshops
Our Certification Courses & Workshops are designed for licensed / certified professionals wishing to expand their expertise the areas of: