Chemical Dependency Counselor CCDC Exam Research & Evidence-Based Practice 3

Question 1

In a research study with a p-value of 0.03, this means:

Accepted Answer

There is a 3% probability the results occurred by chance if the null hypothesis were true

Answer

A p-value of 0.03 means there is a 3% probability of obtaining results at least as extreme as observed, assuming the null hypothesis is true.

Question 2

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is best categorized in research literature as:

Accepted Answer

An evidence-based practice with strong RCT support

Answer

MI has extensive RCT support demonstrating effectiveness across multiple substance use and behavior change populations.

Question 3

A substance use counselor notices their program's relapse rate is higher than published benchmarks. The BEST next step is to:

Accepted Answer

Conduct a program evaluation to identify contributing factors

Answer

A program evaluation systematically examines processes and outcomes to identify areas needing improvement.

Question 4

Which principle distinguishes a quasi-experimental design from a true experiment?

Accepted Answer

Absence of random assignment

Answer

Quasi-experimental designs lack random assignment, limiting causal inferences compared to true experiments.

Question 5

Cultural adaptations of evidence-based treatments (EBTs) are important because:

Accepted Answer

They improve engagement and outcomes in diverse populations

Answer

Culturally adapted EBTs maintain core components while adjusting surface features to improve relevance and effectiveness for specific groups.

Chemical Dependency Counselor CCDC Exam Practice Test