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Master Addictions Counselor — MAC

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Description

The NBCC Master Addictions Counselor (MAC) credential attests to the educational background, knowledge, skills, and competencies of the specialist in addictions counseling.The NBCC Master Addictions Counselor credential was created jointly by the American Counseling Association (ACA), specifically the International Association of Addiction and Offenders Counselors (IAAOC), and the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC).

Certifying Organization

National Board for Certified Counselors

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Yes

Related Programs

6 Addictions / Substance Abuse Counseling programs on Career School App.

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Certificate

OnlineFinancial Aid
Fort Collins Administrative Campus
Online · 100% remote
Next start
Rolling enrollment
Duration
255 clock hours
App fee
$29
Tuition
$1,279 for the Program
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Suggested because Master Addictions Counselor applies to Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.

Related Careers

Mental Health CounselorsRehabilitation CounselorsSubstance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

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National Certified Counselor (NCC)
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