Spring 2027 CADC/CRADC Prep Cohort

A 12-week virtual Missouri credentialing and exam preparation cohort with guided study, application-document organization support, practice activities, and professional discussion.

Important dates

Interest forms close: January 16, 2027
Invitations to enroll: By February 1, 2027
Enrollment fee deadline: February 15, 2027
Virtual orientation: Wednesday, March 3, 2027, 6:30–7:00 p.m. Central
Anticipated classes: Wednesdays, March 24–June 9, 2027, 6:30–8:00 p.m. Central

The class schedule is subject to change; final details will be confirmed before enrollment.

Enrollment

The interest form is free and does not reserve a place. C&WC will review responses for program fit and readiness. Up to 20 participants will be invited to enroll. Invited participants must pay the $25 program fee by February 28 to secure their spot. Only paid participants will receive the virtual orientation link and access to cohort materials. Unpaid spots may be offered to applicants on the waitlist.

What you'll explore

Missouri CADC/CRADC requirements, credentialing documentation, substance use counseling and ethical practice, IC&RC ADC exam domains, practice questions, case discussions, and test-taking strategies. A detailed weekly syllabus will be provided at orientation.

Credentialing background screening

Missouri CADC/CRADC credentialing includes applicable background screening and disclosure requirements. Some findings may require additional review or documentation; the Missouri Credentialing Board makes eligibility decisions. Do not submit criminal-history details to C&WC through the interest form. Review the official MCB requirements.

Certificate of Completion

Participants may miss up to three sessions. If a session is missed, all required make-up work must be completed and submitted to maintain eligibility for a Certificate of Completion. All required cohort assignments must also be completed. This is a C&WC program certificate, not a CADC/CRADC credential or approved continuing education credit.

Individual exam support

Each enrolled participant is eligible for one complimentary 30-minute virtual pre-exam readiness session, subject to scheduling availability, upon providing proof of a paid, confirmed certification exam appointment.

Complete free interest form

C&WC independently provides exam preparation and general application guidance. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by MCB or IC&RC. Participation does not confer qualifying training, supervised experience, certification, or a guaranteed exam result. Official requirements: Missouri Credentialing Board.

Credentialing requirements at a glance

Published qualifying work-experience hours vary by applicable education: high school/HSE CADC 4,000 and CRADC 6,000; associate degree CADC 3,000 and CRADC 5,000; bachelor's degree CADC 2,000 and CRADC 4,000; master's degree or higher CADC 1,000 and CRADC 2,000. Additional published requirements include 180 CADC or 300 CRADC education contact hours, a 300-hour supervised practicum, applicable ethics, competency documentation, examination and background-screening requirements. MCB determines what qualifies. Review official MCB credential applications and current requirements.

Independent program notice

C&WC is independent of the Missouri Credentialing Board and IC&RC and is not endorsed by either. This program provides exam preparation and general information only. It does not award credentials, approved education or supervision hours, or guarantee eligibility, examination success or employment. The MCB alone determines credential eligibility and reviews background-screening matters. The $25 program fee is payable only after an invitation to enroll; separate MCB and exam fees are not included.