North Carolina Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Continuing Education Requirements
North Carolina 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 |
|---|---|
| Clinical ethics | 3 |
| HIV/AIDS, STDs, TB and bloodborne pathogens | 3 |
| Special topics (one of: nicotine use disorder, psychopathology, evidence-based treatment, SUD in older adults, SUD in veterans, SUD and domestic violence) | 3 |
| Substance-use-disorder specific | 30 |
Renewal cycle
Biennial; the cycle runs from the individual credential's own dates (21 NCAC 68 .0207).
Documentation to keep
- dated certificate with ce hours
- program or activity description
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Frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do North Carolina CADCs need?
North Carolina CADCs must complete 60 continuing education hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew.
What specific CE topics are required for North Carolina CADCs?
Within the 60-hour total, North Carolina requires: 3 hours of clinical ethics; 3 hours of hiv/aids, stds, tb and bloodborne pathogens; 3 hours of special topics (one of: nicotine use disorder, psychopathology, evidence-based treatment, sud in older adults, sud in veterans, sud and domestic violence); 30 hours of substance-use-disorder specific. The remaining hours may be general continuing education.
Where do these North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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
- Virginia CSAC-A
- Virginia CSAC
- Virginia LSATP
- Tennessee LADAC-I
- Tennessee LADAC-II
- Georgia CAADC
- Georgia CACII
- Georgia CADC-I
This page is general information, not legal or compliance advice. Always confirm requirements with your licensing board.