ICCE Study Guide for Substance Use Disorders

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A comprehensive guide designed to aid addiction professionals in preparing for the International Certified Addiction Professional (ICAP) examinations, covering all three levels (I, II, and III).

The International Certified Addiction Professional (ICAP) credential is awarded by the Colombo Plan International Centre for Credentialing and Education of Addiction Professionals (ICCE).

The International Certified Addiction Professional (ICAP) examinations are divided into three levels (I, II and III) to test different levels of knowledge and skill in addiction practice.

The ICCE Study Guide for Examinations covers four main domains related to addiction practice. This includes topics such as understanding addiction, assessment and diagnosis, treatment planning and interventions, and ethical considerations.

The ICCE Study Guide for Examinations outlines the key topics that will be assessed in each level of the ICAP examinations.

The Study Guide is designed to be accessible and useful not only for those preparing for the ICAP examinations but also for experienced treatment practitioners who want to refresh their knowledge.

The ICCE Study Guide acknowledges the contributions of various individuals and organizations involved in its development. These include content experts, reviewers, and graphic designers.

To become an ICAP I, you need at least one year of full-time work experience in addiction-related fields or equivalent supervised hours.

Applicants with Substance Use Disorder must provide evidence of continuous and supervised sobriety for at least a year.

Candidates need to demonstrate expertise in key counseling skills, like screening, taking in clients, educating them, facilitating group discussions, and referrals.

A supervisor must witness the candidate's counseling of at least 5 clients and review their case records for 5 additional clients.

Candidates must complete 120 hours of education and training in addiction counseling and related subjects.

Candidates must complete 6 hours of training on HIV/AIDS, 6 hours on co-occurring disorders, and 6 hours on ethics.

Candidates must agree to follow ICCE's code of ethics for addiction professionals.

Candidates must successfully pass the ICCE Level I examination for ICAP I credentialing.

To become an ICAP II, you need at least two years of full-time experience in addiction-related work or equivalent supervised hours. The two years don't have to be consecutive.

The process of verifying the accuracy of a candidate's work experience in addiction treatment, including their competency in accepted counselling techniques and adherence to ethical standards.

A detailed summary of a candidate's professional background, including their education, skills, and previous work experience.

A written account of a candidate's recent experience in addiction treatment, verified and recommended by their supervisor.

Certificates that confirm a candidate has completed specific training programs related to addiction treatment within the past five years.

Official documents from schools or universities that attest to a candidate's academic qualifications.

A fee paid by candidates to the ICCE upon approval of their application for the ICAP examination.

A computerized or manual examination administered by the ICCE on predetermined dates, assessing a candidate's knowledge and skills in addiction practice.

No electronic devices, books, or other reference materials are allowed in the exam room, and no questions about the exam content are permitted during the testing period.

Candidates are informed about their exam results within four weeks after the testing period ends.

The International Centre for Credentialing and Education of Addiction Professionals, responsible for administering the ICAP examination and certifying addiction professionals.

A substance that affects the brain and changes how someone behaves or perceives the world.

Problems related to using psychoactive substances, including dependence, withdrawal, and social consequences.

A diagnosis that indicates a pattern of substance use that is characterized by craving, loss of control, and continued use despite negative consequences.

The view that addiction is a chronic, relapsing brain disease that affects reward, motivation, and memory.

The scientific study of how drugs affect the body, including their interactions with different systems.

The brain plays a key role in addiction, affecting reward, motivation, and learning related to substance use.

A system used to classify controlled substances based on their potential for abuse and medical use.

A group of drugs that relieve pain and produce feelings of euphoria. Examples include heroin, morphine, and fentanyl.

A class of drugs that slow down the central nervous system. Examples include alcohol, benzodiazepines, and barbiturates.

A category of drugs that stimulate the central nervous system. Examples include cocaine, amphetamines, and nicotine.

Barbiturates are a class of drugs used for sedation, inducing anesthesia, and preventing seizures. Common examples include amobarbital, phenobarbital, and pentobarbital. Though they were widely used in the past, their high potential for addiction and availability of safer alternatives have led to a decline in their use. However, phenobarbital remains a crucial medication for managing seizures.

Benzodiazepines, also known as minor tranquilizers or anxiolytics, are widely prescribed for managing anxiety. Common examples include diazepam, lorazepam, and chlordiazepoxide. These drugs can be taken as tablets or injections.

Ethyl alcohol, also known as ethanol, is the only type of alcohol safe for consumption. It's the active ingredient in drinks like beer, wine, whisky, and rum. It's produced by fermentation of grains, fruits, or molasses.

Alcohol is quickly absorbed from the stomach (20%) and the small intestine (80%) into the bloodstream, reaching nearly all organs, including the brain. Because alcohol doesn't need digesting, it enters the bloodstream rapidly.

Methyl alcohol (methanol) is poisonous and can cause serious health problems like nausea, vomiting, unconsciousness, blindness, and even death. It can be found in illegally-produced alcoholic beverages.