Approval for Alcohol/Drug Counselors in Texas
Texas Licensed Chemical Dependency Program
General Information
Provider #: NAADAC 410
AddictionCounselorCE.com distant learning course credits are accepted by the Texas LCDP.
Renewal
Renewal hours must be specific to substance use disorders or related to chemical dependency counseling as defined by KSA dimensions.
3 hours of ethics, 6 hours of HIV/AIDS required for each renewal period. If job description includes supervision, then 3 hours in clinical supervision required.
Note:Changes in Number of CE Hours Required for Each Two Year Renewal Period – Effective September 1, 2007
A LCDC who holds a master’s or other advanced degree must complete at least 24 hours of continuing education during each two-year licensure period. The 24 hours of education must include the specific courses required by rule.
A LCDC who does not hold a master’s or other advanced degree must complete at least 40 hours of continuing education.
Initial Licensure
Texas LCDP does not accepts our courses for initial licensure.
Addiction Counselor CE is a service of CE Learning Systems. CE Learning Systems is approved to offer continuing educations courses by NAADAC (#410) and many ICRC certification boards. CE Learning Systems maintains responsibility for the courses.
| Cycle: | Renewal every 2 years |
|---|---|
| Total Credit Requirement: | 40 credits required; All 40 may be earned with Addiction Counselor CE. |
Contact Info
Texas Dept of State Health Services
Licensed Chemical Dependency Program
1100 West 49th St.
Austin, TX 78756-3183
1-800-832-9623
lcdc@dshs.state.tx.us
www.dshs.state.tx.us/lcdc/default.shtm
This information as last updated on Aug 21, 2007
Applicability and Disclaimer
This CE approval information applies to these professionals in Texas:
- Alcohol/Drug Counselors
Please Note:
Carefully read your state licensure renewal requirements as some jurisdictions have specific topic requirements or limits on the number of accepted Online/Home Study credits.
State laws often change, so please remember it is your responsibility for interpreting your state's laws, licensure requirements, course relevancy and all requirements for your state.