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Illinois Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor Continuing Education Requirements

Illinois CAADCs need 40 continuing education (CE) hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew their license.

✓ Verified against the board's published rules Last reviewed 2026-07-14
Total hours
40
Renewal cycle
24 mo

Required CE topics

These hours are part of the 40-hour total — not in addition to it.

TopicHours
Training in how to provide clinical supervision (6 of the 25 Category II CEUs) 6

Renewal cycle

Biennial; anchored to the certificate's own issue/expiration date.

Format limits & what counts

Documentation to keep

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Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do Illinois CAADCs need?

Illinois CAADCs must complete 40 continuing education hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew.

What specific CE topics are required for Illinois CAADCs?

Within the 40-hour total, Illinois requires: 6 hours of training in how to provide clinical supervision (6 of the 25 category ii ceus). The remaining hours may be general continuing education.

Do online or self-study courses count toward Illinois CAADC CE?

Most formats count, but some carry per-cycle caps. See the format rules above for the specifics that apply to Illinois CAADCs.

Where do these Illinois CAADC CE requirements come from?

These requirements are taken directly from the licensing board's published rules, last reviewed 2026-07-14.

Can I track my Illinois CAADC CE automatically?

Yes. Best CE Tracker applies these rules to your logged activities and shows exactly what you still need before renewal. Sign in with your email to start — it's free during beta.

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This page is general information, not legal or compliance advice. Always confirm requirements with your licensing board.