Forensic Addictions Counselor (FAC) Certification


		Complete the 40-hr on-line Forensic Counselor Ed Course and the FAC Application Fee is waived

Forensic Addictions Counselor.
Experienced. Tested. Professional.

Open application: For addiction professionals with a related license or certificate from many agencies throughout the US. See list below.

Eligibility

Current addiction professional certification or license

2 years
general AOD experience

1 year
forensic addictions treatment counseling experience
(can be included in AOD experience)

40-hr Education Course

Less than 2 years forensic experience, must complete on-line 40-hour
Forensic Counselor Ed Course

FCE Course

complete the 40-hour course, and
the Application fee is waived
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Course is divided into 4 parts:
Part 1: Contextual Info $39
Part 2: Screening / Assessment $39
Part 3: Treatment Approaches $39
Part 4: Special Forensic Issues $39

"Test-in" Option

If 2+ years forensic experience,
you may
"test-in" by passing comprehensive

FAC Exam

Exam and Answer sheet are
both available on-line
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You pass the exam with
70% correct answers
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Exam fee $79
No charge for exam until you pass

	Apply today
	All FAC candidates must complete and submit FAC Application - Application Fee If you complete the 40-hr course No Application fee - If you "test-in" $76 Application fee - $75 renewal every 2 years (no additional renewal fee if you hold other Breining Institute certifications)

	Are you FACT-certified? The application fee will be waived for counselors certified by CCARTA / FACT. Waiver good through December 31, 2011.

These credentials are registered service marks, and may only be used by professionals who have been awarded these credentials by Breining Institute.
"Forensic Addictions Counselor" and "FAC" credentials: Service Mark Reg. No. 66627, Class Number 41


		FAQs (frequently asked questions)
		Q: Which certification agencies are acceptable for the "current addiction professional" certificate requirement? A: There are many acceptable agencies located throughout the United States, as long as they are accredited, State-approved or nationally recognized. The drop-down list below includes many of the agencies, but there may be others that are acceptable. If your licensing or certification agency is not included on the above list, please contact us for a determination, by sending an e-mail to us at College@Breining.edu that includes the following: 1) full name of the agency, 2) the web site address of the agency, and 3) which license or certificate that you hold from that agency.