Canadian Certified Addiction Counsellor (CCAC) Certification Examination Study Guide

These flashcards cover the key concepts found in the CCAC Certification Examination Study Guide.

What are the seven performance domains associated with the CCAC credential?

1. Clinical Evaluation, 2. Treatment Planning, 3. Counselling, 4. Case Management and Referral, 5. Documentation, 6. Client, Family, and Community Education, 7. Professional and Ethical Responsibilities.

What is the primary chronic disease of brain reward, motivation, memory and related circuitry as defined by ASAM?

Addiction.

According to the Canadian Tobacco, Alcohol and Drugs Survey (CTADS, 2015), what was the prevalence of past-year use of at least one illicit drug?

13% (or 3.7 million Canadians).

What is the purpose of the interpretive summary in treatment planning?

To document and justify the diagnostic impressions and treatment recommendations.

What does the acronym HALT represent in terms of relapse triggers?

Hunger, Anger, Loneliness, and Tired.

What are the core components of the therapeutic alliance?

1. Relationship/bond between therapist and client, 2. Consensus on treatment techniques, 3. Consensus on treatment goals.

What role does informed consent play in addiction treatment?

It establishes the client's independence and right to self-determination in receiving services.

What is cultural competence in the context of addiction counselling?

The ability to understand and respect the cultural realities and environments of clients.

List two key elements of the comprehensive service plan in case management.

1. Long-term goals, 2. Current status narrative.

What is the main goal of recovery support services?

To assist individuals in establishing an environment supportive of recovery, and in gaining skills and resources needed to initiate and maintain recovery.