This fund is for current counselors who hold an active ICB CADC credential that is in good standing and are needing assistance with their recertification fees. Retired Emeritus Status is not eligible. This program is not available to other ICB credentials at this time. Your work environment must be related to the substance use services field or you plan to obtain work in the substance use services field. This opportunity is available only while funds last. This fund is first come, first served.

At this time, funds are available only for those with recertification dates between September 12, 2025 and December 31, 2025. For those members with renewal dates between January 1, 2026 through March 31, 2026, you will be able to apply for the funds after December 1, 2025. For those members with renewal dates after April 1, 2026 through June 28, 2026, you will be able to apply for the funds after February 1, 2026.

This fund is for individuals applying for the CADC. It will cover the cost of the initial application fee, while funding lasts. This is only for those who have not yet sent in a CADC application. Please complete the CADC Initial Applicant Fund application first to see if you are eligible to receive the funding before submitting your CADC application. Please reference the Counselor Model to ensure you meet the requirements for the certification before submitting your CADC application. You will be required to submit your CADC application within 30 days of approval for this grant fund. Your work environment must be related to the substance use services field or you plan to obtain work in the substance use services field. This program is only for the CADC credential and is not available for other ICB-offered credentials at this time.

Applicants have until noon on May 20, 2026 to apply for this fund.

This fund is for individuals who have submitted their CADC application and have been approved to take the CADC exam. It will cover the cost of the CADC exam fee, while funding lasts. You will be required to take the CADC exam within 90 days of approval for this grant fund. Your work environment must be related to the substance use services field or you plan to obtain work in the substance use services field. This program is only for the CADC credential and is not available for other ICB-offered credentials at this time.

Applicants have until noon on March 20, 2026 to apply for this fund.

This fund is for individuals who have completed the CADC application, passed the CADC exam, and have been approved for their initial certification. It will cover the cost of the CADC initial certification fee, while funding lasts. Your work environment must be related to the substance use services field or you plan to obtain work in the substance use services field. If you are approved for the CADC Initial Certification Fund, your initial certification fee will be covered and your certificate will be issued to your digital wallet within the Certemy portal within 10 business days. This program is only for the CADC credential and is not available for other ICB-offered credentials at this time.

Applicants have until noon on June 17, 2026 to apply.