Students should be aware that the Florida Certification Board (FCB) grants certification at various levels based on multiple aspects of a person’s experience, knowledge and background.

• Formalized Education/Degree – criteria range from GED level to requirement for a Bachelor degree;
• Experience – criteria include hours of direct service in an addiction setting;
• Supervision – criteria include hours of “on the job” supervision a person receives from a qualified professional in specific areas;
• Education** – criteria include specific contact hours of education designated as addiction, counseling, prevention or ethics;
• Examination – all applicants must pass the Florida specific written exam; CAP and CAPP levels also take International written exams; the CAP certification level also requires an oral exam.

** NTI courses are approved to meet FCB Education requirements.

Individuals who believe that they have met all FCB requirements in the above areas must complete an application process referred to as “submitting a Portfolio.” Students are responsible for completing their own Portfolio process.

Upon acceptance of your Portfolio/application, FCB will authorize you to sit for the appropriate exam.

Specific questions related to individual qualifications and/or the certification process should be addressed to: