CAP Addictions Professional Credential Requirements and Eligibility 3

Question 1

The CAP credential renewal cycle in most states requires completion of continuing education hours within a period of:

Accepted Answer

2 years

Answer

Most CAP credentialing bodies require credential holders to complete required continuing education units (CEUs) within a two-year renewal cycle.

Question 2

Which of the following is considered an acceptable form of supervision for meeting CAP supervised experience requirements?

Accepted Answer

Supervision by a licensed or credentialed addiction professional in a formal supervisory role

Answer

Qualified supervision must be provided by a licensed or credentialed addiction professional functioning in a formal supervisory capacity with accountability.

Question 3

When a CAP applicant's supervised hours were completed across multiple employers, they are generally required to:

Accepted Answer

Have each employer verify and sign off on the hours worked under their supervision

Answer

Each employer where supervised hours were accumulated must independently verify and document those hours, as self-reporting alone is insufficient.

Question 4

Which type of training is specifically recognized as preparation for the CAP written examination competency domains?

Accepted Answer

NAADAC-approved addiction counseling training curricula

Answer

NAADAC-approved training curricula specifically cover the competency domains tested on CAP examinations and are recognized as appropriate preparation.

Question 5

A currently licensed professional counselor (LPC) seeking CAP credentialing would typically receive credit for:

Accepted Answer

Supervised hours specifically involving substance use disorder counseling

Answer

Only supervised hours specifically involving substance use disorder counseling are counted toward CAP eligibility, regardless of an applicant's other professional credentials.

(CAP) Certified Addictions Professional Practice Test

(CAP) Certified Addictions Professional Practice Test

CAP Addictions Professional Credential Requirements and Eligibility 3