The CAADE Mission is to promote continuous enhancement of addiction services in the community including prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery support services.
The mission is accomplished through:
Promotion and support of quality higher education in addiction studies;
Provision of continuing education and professional development;
Leadership at the state and national levels for the development and implementation of certification standards for addiction service professionals;
Development and application of accreditation standards for higher education in addiction studies; and
Public policy education and advocacy with consumers and other stakeholders
Specialties
Alcohol and Drug Counselor Education and Certification
