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Your Exam Path, Clearly Mapped.

Take your approved examination through the Arizona Board for the Certification of Addiction Counselors — whether pursuing certification with ABCAC and IC&RC or licensure through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, based on your chosen professional path.

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  • AZBBHE licensure support
  • In-person or remote
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How Registration Works

From eligibility to exam day in five steps

Candidates register through an IC&RC member board. ABCAC confirms the pathway, processes payment, and pre-registers approved candidates for scheduling.

  1. 01

    Confirm authorization

    AZBBHE licensure applicants must wait until the Board confirms they are authorized to test. Certification candidates confirm eligibility with ABCAC.

  2. 02

    Choose the right exam

    Match your license or credential goal to the correct IC&RC designation before paying for registration.

  3. 03

    Select your exam mode

    Choose an in-person testing center or the remote-proctored option if your equipment and private testing space qualify.

  4. 04

    Register and pay

    Complete the ABCAC checkout for your selected exam mode. Payment starts the official pre-registration process.

  5. 05

    Schedule with Prometric

    After ABCAC pre-registers you, follow the scheduling email to select your available date, time, and location.

Review Official IC&RC Process

AZBBHE Applicants

Are you AZBBHE-approved?

If you've been approved by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (AZBBHE), you are eligible to test through ABCAC — and you are exempt from the 2,000 supervised hours typically required for IC&RC certification.

AZBBHE notifies addiction-counseling applicants when they are authorized to test. Do not purchase a licensure exam until that authorization is confirmed.

Visit AZBBHE Testing Information

Two Organizations, Two Roles

Licensure authorization and certification eligibility are separate

AZBBHE determines eligibility for Arizona licensure. ABCAC administers IC&RC exam registration and separately evaluates applicants seeking an ABCAC professional certification.

Testing for licensure

Wait for AZBBHE authorization, then register for the exam identified by the Board.

Testing for certification

Confirm ABCAC credential requirements before selecting the corresponding IC&RC exam.

Arizona License Mapping

Match your current license title to the exam

Arizona renamed its addiction-counseling licenses. Use your authorization notice as the final source of truth if it identifies a specific exam.

LACTformerly LSAT

Licensed Addiction Counselor Technician

IC&RC exam

ADC

ABCAC: CAC or CADAC pathway

LAACformerly LASAC

Licensed Associate Addiction Counselor

IC&RC exam

AADC

ABCAC: AADC pathway

LIACformerly LISAC

Licensed Independent Addiction Counselor

IC&RC exam

AADC

ABCAC: AADC pathway

Select Your Exam Mode

Choose in-person or remote proctoring

Both options include IC&RC exam registration through ABCAC. Choose the mode that fits your environment and technology.

$225.00

In-Person Testing

Test at an available Prometric location

Choose an available testing center after ABCAC completes pre-registration. Bring your Candidate Admission Letter and matching government-issued photo ID.

  • Secure computer-based testing center
  • On-site testing staff
  • Best for candidates who prefer a traditional test environment
Start In-Person Pre-Registration
$275.00

Remote-Proctored Testing

Test from a qualified private space

Use Prometric ProProctor from an approved computer and private room. Complete the system-readiness check and carefully review every remote-exam rule before scheduling.

  • Live online proctoring
  • Room and workstation security scan
  • System and environment requirements apply

Remote proctoring fee: $50, in addition to the exam cost. Testing partner: Prometric — a global leader in online assessment.

Start Remote Pre-Registration

Create or sign in to your ABCAC account to save the request. After payment, ABCAC completes SMT pre-registration and notifies you in the portal and by email. Want an ABCAC professional credential with your exam? Add it for only $150.00 more during pre-registration.

Remote Exam Readiness

Prepare your room and technology before exam day

Remote testing is convenient, but the security rules are strict. A system or room issue can prevent the exam from starting.

A supported laptop or desktop with webcam, microphone, and reliable internet
A private, indoor, well-lit room with no other people present
A clean workstation without notes, devices, or unauthorized materials
A successful system-readiness check before exam day

Remote-exam protocols

  • Show your government-issued ID, workstation, and surrounding room during check-in.
  • Empty pockets and follow requested sleeve, eyeglass, jewelry, and hair inspections.
  • No other person may enter the room during the examination.
  • Remain in camera view unless an approved break or accommodation says otherwise.
  • Do not use notes, phones, extra monitors, or unauthorized materials.
Remote Exam Guide Prometric Support

Technical + accommodation support

Free re-sits (if eligible)

Free retakes may be approved in rare cases, such as:

  • Verified technical issues that were not caused by the candidate
  • Serious medical or personal emergencies

Documentation is required. Contact ABCAC for review.

Current Exam Formats

Exam length depends on your designation

All exams use multiple-choice questions and include unscored pretest items. Review the current candidate guide for your exact content blueprint.

ADC
Path CAC / CADAC
Questions 150
3 hours
AADC
Path AADC / LAAC / LIAC
Questions 150
3 hours
CS
Path CCS
Questions 150
3 hours
CCJP
Path CCJP
Questions 60
1.5 hours
PR
Path CPRS
Questions 75
2 hours
PS
Path CPS
Questions 150
3 hours
Open Candidate Guides

Special Accommodations

Request approval before scheduling

If you require special testing accommodations, submit your completed accommodations request to ABCAC at the time you pay for your exam — accommodations cannot be processed after registration is complete. ABCAC reviews the request and coordinates approved modifications with the testing provider.

  • Include the specific accommodation requested.
  • Provide documentation that supports the request under current guidelines.
  • Wait for approval before scheduling your examination.
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Study Materials

Prepare with the official exam blueprint

IC&RC publishes free candidate guides and reference lists with content domains, sample questions, and designation-specific exam blueprints. Optional practice exams are purchased directly from IC&RC.

  • Download the General Candidate Guide.
  • Use the guide matching your scheduled exam version.
  • Review content domains before purchasing a practice exam.
View Official Study Materials

Testing for ABCAC Certifications

Test for all seven credentials directly through ABCAC

ABCAC is an IC&RC member board offering internationally recognized credentials in addiction counseling, peer recovery, prevention, clinical supervision, and related fields.

Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC)Certified Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor (CADAC)Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC)Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS)Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS)Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP)Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS)

The Benefits of Becoming Certified

A credential built on competency and ethics

Professional recognition

ABCAC certification is a symbol of expertise and professional integrity, enhancing credibility with employers, peers, and clients.

Career advancement

Many organizations prioritize hiring and promoting certified professionals, making certification a valuable tool for career growth.

Enhanced competence

Certification ensures a robust foundation in addiction counseling through rigorous educational, experiential, and examination requirements.

Ethical standards

Certified professionals commit to ABCAC's Code of Ethics, fostering trust and professionalism with clients and colleagues.

Networking and support

Access a community of certified professionals offering mentorship, collaboration, and continued professional development.

Reciprocity opportunities

Transfer credentials to other IC&RC member boards in the U.S. Reciprocity requirements vary by state — consult ABCAC and the receiving board.

Pursuing ABCAC certification reflects your dedication to professional growth, ethical practice, and public trust — with pathways for mobility and advancement in a dynamic, evolving field. For additional information or assistance, contact ABCAC directly.

Testing FAQ

Answers before you register

Review the most common exam questions, then contact ABCAC if your authorization or credential path is still unclear.

Still need help? The ABCAC team can guide you to the right certification, testing, or renewal pathway.

Official Retake Policy Email ABCAC

Ready to register for your exam?

Confirm authorization, choose your testing mode, and complete secure payment to begin pre-registration.

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