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Certification Exam Information


The CCB is now offering computer-based testing (CBT) for all IC&RC exams, which include CAC, CCS, CPP and CCDP/CCDP-D exams as well as the CCB MATS - Medication Assisted Treatment Specialist exam. The eligibility requirements for testing will remain the same. Please note that paper and pencil written exams are no longer offered by the CCB.

Computer-based testing has several advantages:

  • Immediate preliminary feedback on test results (Pass or Fail)
  • Increased flexibility and scheduling of exams
  • Multiple testing locations
  • Private and secure exam setting

Only authorized candidates are eligible to test in Connecticut and typically include individuals that are:

  1. In the process of getting certified. Once an individual meets all of the requirements of a credential, they are notified in writing and are invited to test.
  2. Out of state candidates or those authorized to test by Department of Public Health, the IC&RC or other organizations.
  3. Actively registered CITs (CIT - Counselor in Training)

Candidate Guides

To assist in exam preparation, IC&RC offers Candidate Guides to students, interns and teachers. These guides are in PDF format and are available for download below:

Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC)

Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Professional (CCDP/CCDP-D)

Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS)

Certified Prevention Professional (CPP)

Medication Assisted Treatment Specialist (MATS)