Course Dates/Time: (this is a Hybrid course) 

This course will run on Wednesdays, from September 3, 2025 through November 19,2025; 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (12 classes/36 hours).

Class Dates: Wednesdays; September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19.  *Please note: the first class on Wednesday, September 3rd & last class on November 19th will be held Face-to-Face (with an online option for those who cannot attend in person) at Bristol's Fall River Campus, Bldg./Rm. C100. The remaining classes will be held online via Zoom.

Course Description: 

This is a course is offered by Bristol Community College in partnership with SHRM.

A participant guide is included and will be distributed on the first day of class, Wednesday September 3, 2025

It's time to prove you're prepared for the pivotal role an HR leader plays in transforming the workplace.

The SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP certifications measure your ability to apply HR principles to real-life situations. No other HR certification compares.

The SHRM LEARNING SYSTEM® for SHRM-CPSM and SHRM-SCPSM is designed as a certification preparation course for SHRM’s Certified Professional, CP, and Senior Certified Professional, SCP, examinations.

UNIVERSALLY APPLICABLE

The best HR certification is the one that sets you apart from the crowd. The SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® are recognized and valued by employers in all industries as the premier human resources certifications.

COMPETENCY-BASED

This first-ever behavioral competency-based HR certification focuses on the core set of competencies and knowledge outlined in the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (SHRM BASK™).

FLEXIBLE ONLINE LEARNING

Study with an instructor and earn your HR certification online with remote or in-person testing.

BACKED BY SHRM

SHRM certification is the only HR certification offered by the world's largest HR membership organization. As the industry leader in HR professional development, SHRM has supported more than 100,000 employers representing 140 million employees worldwide.

OUTCOMES FROM OBTAINING A SHRM CERTIFICATION:

• Enhance HR Expertise
• Increase Earning Potential
• Advance Your HR Career Success
• Demonstrate Your Commitment to HR Profession

HR executives agree that “it is important for HR professionals to be SHRM-certified.” Earning one of the SHRM credentials conveys a clear message: “HR professionals are invested in their career and are ready to lead.”

Course Description: 

This 16-hour exam prep is designed to help individuals prepare for the CADC/LADC exams.  

Participants will gain, 

1. Comprehensive understanding of the key areas in substance use disorder counseling, including screening, assessment, treatment planning, counseling techniques and professional ethics.  
2. Confidence and reinforce their knowledge of the material and the twelve core functions. 
3. The tools and knowledge necessary to approach the certification exam with confidence. 

Who should attend? 

1. Those preparing to take the CADC or LADC exams within two months of taking this exam prep bootcamp. 
2. Those who have met the education requirements to sit for the CADC Certification or LADC Licensure. If you have not met those requirements, check out the Substance Abuse Counseling Certificate Program at Bristol Community College.

Upon Completion of the CADC/LADC Exam Prep Bootcamp, participants will be able to: 

1. Review the twelve core functions and competencies required to pass the CADC and LADC exams. 
2. Conduct thorough clinical evaluations and assessments, utilize diagnostic tools to identify substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. 
3. Review ethical standards and legal guidelines, including confidentiality laws, client rights, and professional boundaries, as outlined in twelve core functions. 
4. Review Professional Documentation Practices 
5. Recognize exam-taking strategies and gain confidence to approach the CADC or LADC exams, using practice questions, case studies, and review materials tailored to the exam content. 
6. Reinforce key exam concepts to strengthen their understanding of critical topics related to addiction counseling through comprehensive review and application of knowledge in realistic clinical scenarios.  

In addition to the exam prep bootcamp, Bristol will provide each student with the 1:1 exam application support and guidance throughout the exam registration process. 

Additional Fees: 

Students are responsible for the cost of the exam preparation book. 

• Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ADC) Exam Review: Comprehensive Review, PLUS 300 Questions Based on the Latest Exam Blueprint
  • Paperback ISBN 13: 978-0826153159 
• As well as any additional fees related to the exam application, the exam itself, certification, and recertification, depending on the specific exam taken. 

About the Instructor: 

Tim Hernandez

Adjunct Faculty | MSW - Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor (LADC I)

Tim is a dedicated bilingual (English/Spanish) mental health professional and educator with over 18 years of experience providing therapy and counseling services. He holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC I) , specializing in mental health and substance abuse counseling.

For the past eight years, Tim has served as an adjunct faculty for Bristol Community College and recently serving as the program coordinator for the substance abuse certificate (SAC) program, bringing real-world clinical insight into the classroom. With a strong foundation in clinical practice and a commitment to education, Tim continues to bridge the gap between academic theory and therapeutic application, fostering learning environments where students gain practical skills and deep insight into the complexities of addiction and behavioral health.