How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 11 Weeks and can be completed self-paced or with live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications carry CPD credits and are internationally recognised.

What level is this certification?

This is a Advanced Level certification.

Email info@certifications.ac, WhatsApp +254 722 223 084, or fill in the enrolment form on this page.

What is included in the fee?

All study materials, study guide, examination, digital certificate and badge. Live option adds tutor sessions and priority support.

Certified Addiction and Substance Abuse Counsellor in Ireland

Executive Summary

Certified Addiction and Substance Abuse Counsellor

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Addiction and Substance Abuse Counsellor (CADD) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CADD holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification

Certified Addiction and Substance Abuse Counsellor

Acronym

CADD

Who Should Enrol?

Counsellors and Therapists
Coaches and Wellbeing Practitioners
Social and Community Workers
Helping-Profession Practitioners

Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

All study materials and study guide
Access to GLI online learning portal
Online examination and assessment
Digital certificate and digital badge
Physical certificate (shipped to you)
CPD credits for professional bodies
GLI alumni network membership
Facilitator and tutor support
Resource downloads and reference library
Automatic enrolment confirmation

Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement

Accelerate your career towards senior counselling, clinical and practice-leadership roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards

Leadership Capability

Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex counselling functions

Organisational Impact

Design and implement counselling systems that drive performance and measurable results

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to counselling

Global Employability

Qualify for counselling roles across clinics, NGOs, schools, community organisations and private practice worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Counselling Theories, Models and Approaches

✦Assessment, Case Formulation and Treatment Planning

✦Therapeutic Skills, Alliance and Communication

✦Specialised Populations and Presenting Concerns

✦Coaching, Wellbeing and Positive Psychology

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1

Foundations and Professional Context of Certified Addiction and Substance Abuse Counsellor

Certified Addiction and Substance Abuse Counsellor: industry context, trends and professional standards · The helping relationship and its purpose · History and scope of counselling and coaching · Professional roles, boundaries and settings

2

Addiction, Dependence and Recovery

Evaluating coaching outcomes · Preparing financial statements · Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Team coaching and the team as client

3

Aftercare and continuing support

Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches · Attachment and developmental theory · Change talk and readiness · Trauma-informed delivery and its limits

4

Building self-efficacy and motivation

Peer support and consultation · Habit change and behaviour design · Accountability and follow-through · Sustaining ethical, effective practice

5

Anxiety, panic and phobias

Designing and facilitating groups · Psychoeducation and workshops · Ethical, risk and feasibility considerations · Professional case study and presentation

6

Emotion regulation

Wellbeing and resilience coaching · Measuring coaching outcomes · Strengths, flow and engagement · Meaning, purpose and values

7

Ethical frameworks and codes of practice

Ethical frameworks and codes of practice · Professional writing and reports · Psychoeducation and public communication · Managing difficult conversations

8

People and Capability

Advertising and creative development · Customer and community engagement · Development banking and project finance · Software development lifecycle (SDLC)

9

Strategy and Direction

Automated testing strategies · Emerging threats and defensive strategy · Service strategy, design and transition · IT strategy and business alignment

10

Operations and Delivery

Emergency preparedness and response planning · Stakeholder and sponsor management · Policy, planning and objectives · Design review and quality

11

Communication and Influence

Internal communications · Feedback, challenge and psychological safety in coaching · Presentation and public speaking · Professional report and presentation

12

Change and Innovation

Continual service improvement · Digital transformation roadmaps · Innovation and technology investment · Goal setting and behavioural change in coaching

13

Data and Measurement

Compliance and regulatory projects · Complaint data and learning · Text and interaction analytics · Data privacy and consent

14

Financial Acumen

Cost, feasibility and impact analysis · Customer lifetime value · Growing value through service · The banking system, intermediation and financial markets

15

Risk and Governance

Regulatory compliance and central-bank rules · Building a culture of compliance · Technology governance and change control · Interest-rate risk and gap analysis

16

Stakeholders and Partners

Relationship management and cross-selling · Wealth, SME and corporate relationships · Stakeholder communications · Mentoring, sponsorship and developmental relationships

17

Digital and Technology

Digital disruption and modern go-to-market · Digital and data-driven go-to-market · Digital marketing strategy · Marketing technology stack

18

Ethics and Integrity

Bribery, corruption and conduct risk · Ethics in communications · Ethics, supervision and reflective practice · Ethics and professional standards in finance

19

Self-Leadership

Motivation and self-directed learning · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy · Resilience, wellbeing and stress management · Self-awareness and the leader's identity

20

People Administration

Reward strategy and total reward frameworks · The customer experience (CX) discipline · Performance management in service · Applicant tracking systems and recruitment analytics

21

Customers and Markets

Reducing customer effort · Customer effort and sentiment analysis · CRM systems and customer data · Service analytics and dashboards

22

Projects and Delivery

Financial risk in projects · Realising and measuring project value · Capstone scoping: a real project or programme · Designing the project plan and schedule

23

Inclusion and Culture

DevOps culture and practices · Financial inclusion strategy · Learning cultures and the learning organisation · Building a learning culture

24

Legal and Policy

Contract exit and renewal · Contracting and the three-way agreement · Accounting concepts, principles and the regulatory landscape · The regulatory and legal environment

25

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Global sourcing and trade · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Negotiation strategy and tactics

26

Suppliers and Partners

Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution · Procurement and asset management under donor rules · Conflicts of interest and procurement ethics · Procurement and contract management

27

Sustainability

Sustainability strategy and materiality · Environmental governance and climate risk · Governance of ESG and reporting · Sustainability standards (GRI, ISSB)

28

Public and Community Context

Media and public communication · Facilitation, training and public presentation skills · Corporate social responsibility and community impact · Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation

29

Knowledge and Learning

Learning in the flow of work · Embedding learning in performance · Sustaining a learning organisation · Training needs analysis and learning strategy

30

Leadership and Management

Portfolio management and prioritisation · Value management and business value · Leading project teams · Team development and effectiveness

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

Addiction, Dependence and Recovery — applied to your own work
Aftercare and continuing support — applied to your own work
Building self-efficacy and motivation — applied to your own work
Anxiety, panic and phobias — applied to your own work
Emotion regulation — applied to your own work
Ethical frameworks and codes of practice — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CADD certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CADD?

This certification is ideal for Counsellors and Therapists, Coaches and Wellbeing Practitioners, Social and Community Workers and Helping-Profession Practitioners, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CADD certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CADD internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CADD certification?

The Certified Addiction and Substance Abuse Counsellor is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CADD certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CADD?

The Certified Addiction and Substance Abuse Counsellor is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CADD?

The Certified Addiction and Substance Abuse Counsellor carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CADD while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CADD?

Graduates progress towards senior counselling, clinical and practice-leadership roles. The CADD strengthens your expertise in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing and positions you for advancement across clinics, NGOs, schools, community organisations and private practice.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

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The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Clinical Lead

Private Sector

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GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Senior Counsellor

NGO Sector

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I earned my CADD while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Wellbeing Programme Manager

Government

Certified Addiction and Substance Abuse Counsellor

Certified Addiction and Substance Abuse Counsellor

Certification at a Glance

Who Should Enrol?

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Core Competencies You Will Develop

Programme Modules

What You Will Achieve

How to Get Certified

Common Questions

What Our Alumni Say

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