Advance your career path
Position yourself with greater confidence and competitive advantage while establishing professional credibility when you apply to become a Certified Addition Specialist (CAS).
About Certification
As the first and most comprehensive credential in the field of addiction treatment, the American Academy has set the highest standard for competency in the provision of health care, a standard that is recognized by clients, regulatory bodies and third parties alike.
Why Get Certified With the American Academy?
The American Academy
We are a multi-disciplinary organization and are comprised of social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, doctors, nurses, clergy, military personnel, mental health counselors and forensic counselors, unified in our knowledge of and experience in treating the addictions.
Exam Topics
The examination includes all five of the Academy’s specialty areas; alcoholism, drug addiction, eating disorders, disordered gambling, and sex addiction
Specializations
Specialization in the addictions resides within five categories of treatment activity listed below. Professionals only need to apply for one specialization or more, if they meet the education and experience criteria.
