We continue to field a large number of inquiries regarding the new state licensure for addictions counselors, and as promised, we will keep the latest posted on the website.  One thing we continually respond to those asking that we send them the application is that licensure is a function of the state of Indiana, not ICAADA, and applications will be processed by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA).  The IPLA has a web site as well, at http://www.in.gov/pla/boards.htm .  They have promised an application that will be published around January 2010, and as soon as that is available it will be linked to from our website as well.

The grandfathering criteria for both levels of licensure, as well as the normal qualifications for the Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) and Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC) are published.  They are:

International Organization Credentials One of the Fastest Growing Professions!

HARRISBURG, PA – January 18, 2010 – IC&RC announced that the number of professionals who hold its credentials has crossed the 40,000 mark. That number is expected to continue to increase, with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) naming substance abuse and behavioral disorder counseling as one of the fastest growing professions. In its Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, the DOL reported that there are 86,100 substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors in 2008, and they projected growth of 21 percent in the next 10 years.