New Jersey Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Continuing Education Requirements
New Jersey CADCs need 60 continuing education (CE) hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew their license.
Required CE topics
These hours are part of the 60-hour total — not in addition to it.
| Topic | Hours |
|---|---|
| Legal standards for NJ alcohol and drug counseling | 3 |
| Social and cultural competence | 3 |
Renewal cycle
Biennial; all NJ ADC licenses and certificates expire July 31 of even-numbered years.
Format limits & what counts
- Presenting a course: 1.5 contact hours per hour of new material, max 9 per biennium.
- Peer-reviewed publication: 5 hours per article as primary author, max 10 per biennium.
Documentation to keep
- dated certificate with ce hours
- program or activity description
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- New Jersey board / state source (njconsumeraffairs.gov)
- New Jersey administrative code (law.cornell.edu)
- New Jersey board / state source (njconsumeraffairs.gov)
Frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do New Jersey CADCs need?
New Jersey CADCs must complete 60 continuing education hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew.
What specific CE topics are required for New Jersey CADCs?
Within the 60-hour total, New Jersey requires: 3 hours of legal standards for nj alcohol and drug counseling; 3 hours of social and cultural competence. The remaining hours may be general continuing education.
Do online or self-study courses count toward New Jersey CADC CE?
Most formats count, but some carry per-cycle caps. See the format rules above for the specifics that apply to New Jersey CADCs.
Where do these New Jersey CADC 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 New Jersey CADC 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.
Similar licenses in nearby states
- New York CASAC
- Pennsylvania CAADC
- Pennsylvania CADC
- Delaware CADC
- Delaware LCDP
- Arizona LAAC
- Arizona LIAC
- Arkansas AADC
This page is general information, not legal or compliance advice. Always confirm requirements with your licensing board.