CADC Exam Practice Test 2026 | Most Tested Questions &
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1. Client wonders if they haven't made progress and if this was all a waste of
time. What might worker say?
You seem pretty upset today. I wonder what's going on.
Susan, something is troubling you today. I sense that you may be
reacting to the ending of our sessions. A common reaction to
termination is to be fearful of the future. People often question
We have accomplished a great deal together, and I wonder how you
can say that?
2. Why is the signature of the client necessary on a 'Release of Information'
form?
The signature of the client is needed to verify the counselor's identity.
The signature of the client indicates their consent for the release of
their information.
The signature of the client is required for legal documentation only.
The signature of the client is optional if the counselor approves.
3. Which statement BEST describes how a counselor can avoid professional
burnout?
Contact a supervisor and ask for fewer work hours.
Move from direct care to an administrative position.
Attend to health through adequate sleep, an exercise program, and
proper diet.
Add more structure to work by using a commercial time management
system.
,4. What is the first course of action a counselor should take if a client struggles
with program rules?
cancel the client's next individual counseling session
consult with supervisor and other members of the treatment team
revise the treatment plan
refer the client to the agency psychiatrist
5. Discuss why the 'culturally-liberated' counselor style is considered to yield
the best outcomes for minority clients.
Overt Racism and Hostility can sometimes motivate clients to change.
Covert (hidden) prejudice is less harmful than overt racism.
The 'culturally-liberated' counselor style promotes understanding
and respect for the client's cultural background, leading to better
therapeutic relationships.
The 'color-blind' counselor ignores cultural differences, which helps in
treating all clients equally.
6. What is the core function during which a counselor teaches a client about the
physiological effects of drugs?
assessment
screening
crisis intervention
client education
,7. If a counselor has consulted with their supervisor and treatment team
regarding a non-compliant client, what might be a subsequent step in the
treatment process?
Cancel all future counseling sessions.
Immediately refer the client to a psychiatrist.
Ignore the client's non-compliance and continue as usual.
Revise the treatment plan based on team feedback.
8. Describe how denial can impact an individual's journey towards recovery
from substance abuse.
Denial encourages individuals to seek immediate treatment for their
addiction.
Denial has no effect on the recovery process.
Denial can prevent individuals from recognizing the severity of their
substance abuse, hindering their willingness to seek help.
Denial is only relevant to family members, not the individuals
themselves.
9. Which of these is correct regarding a release of information?
This document is signed by the counselor and given to the client to
disclose procedures before the counseling relationship starts
This document is signed by another professional or agency before a
counselor can give confidential information to them
This document is signed by the client before confidential
information can be given to another professional or agency
This document is signed by the client and given to the counselor
before another professional or agency can give the counselor
, information
10. Which of the following is NOT typically addressed during the intake process
in counseling?
Preliminary identification of client goals
Treatment planning
Information gathering
Client fears and denial
11. Concise and accurate reporting is necessary in order to:
assist in client education
identify client strengths and weaknesses
demonstrate counselor competence
ensure continuity of client care
12. What is one way counselors can support clients in connecting with
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)?
An AA representative should be invited to visit the program.
Counselors should visit AA meetings and have a list of meetings to
share with clients.
Counselors should assign the client an AA sponsor.
Counselors should take their clients to AA meetings.
13. What is the primary role of a counselor during a client crisis situation?
to help convert the emergency into a solvable problem
to try not to get the client any more upset than they already are
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1. Client wonders if they haven't made progress and if this was all a waste of
time. What might worker say?
You seem pretty upset today. I wonder what's going on.
Susan, something is troubling you today. I sense that you may be
reacting to the ending of our sessions. A common reaction to
termination is to be fearful of the future. People often question
We have accomplished a great deal together, and I wonder how you
can say that?
2. Why is the signature of the client necessary on a 'Release of Information'
form?
The signature of the client is needed to verify the counselor's identity.
The signature of the client indicates their consent for the release of
their information.
The signature of the client is required for legal documentation only.
The signature of the client is optional if the counselor approves.
3. Which statement BEST describes how a counselor can avoid professional
burnout?
Contact a supervisor and ask for fewer work hours.
Move from direct care to an administrative position.
Attend to health through adequate sleep, an exercise program, and
proper diet.
Add more structure to work by using a commercial time management
system.
,4. What is the first course of action a counselor should take if a client struggles
with program rules?
cancel the client's next individual counseling session
consult with supervisor and other members of the treatment team
revise the treatment plan
refer the client to the agency psychiatrist
5. Discuss why the 'culturally-liberated' counselor style is considered to yield
the best outcomes for minority clients.
Overt Racism and Hostility can sometimes motivate clients to change.
Covert (hidden) prejudice is less harmful than overt racism.
The 'culturally-liberated' counselor style promotes understanding
and respect for the client's cultural background, leading to better
therapeutic relationships.
The 'color-blind' counselor ignores cultural differences, which helps in
treating all clients equally.
6. What is the core function during which a counselor teaches a client about the
physiological effects of drugs?
assessment
screening
crisis intervention
client education
,7. If a counselor has consulted with their supervisor and treatment team
regarding a non-compliant client, what might be a subsequent step in the
treatment process?
Cancel all future counseling sessions.
Immediately refer the client to a psychiatrist.
Ignore the client's non-compliance and continue as usual.
Revise the treatment plan based on team feedback.
8. Describe how denial can impact an individual's journey towards recovery
from substance abuse.
Denial encourages individuals to seek immediate treatment for their
addiction.
Denial has no effect on the recovery process.
Denial can prevent individuals from recognizing the severity of their
substance abuse, hindering their willingness to seek help.
Denial is only relevant to family members, not the individuals
themselves.
9. Which of these is correct regarding a release of information?
This document is signed by the counselor and given to the client to
disclose procedures before the counseling relationship starts
This document is signed by another professional or agency before a
counselor can give confidential information to them
This document is signed by the client before confidential
information can be given to another professional or agency
This document is signed by the client and given to the counselor
before another professional or agency can give the counselor
, information
10. Which of the following is NOT typically addressed during the intake process
in counseling?
Preliminary identification of client goals
Treatment planning
Information gathering
Client fears and denial
11. Concise and accurate reporting is necessary in order to:
assist in client education
identify client strengths and weaknesses
demonstrate counselor competence
ensure continuity of client care
12. What is one way counselors can support clients in connecting with
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)?
An AA representative should be invited to visit the program.
Counselors should visit AA meetings and have a list of meetings to
share with clients.
Counselors should assign the client an AA sponsor.
Counselors should take their clients to AA meetings.
13. What is the primary role of a counselor during a client crisis situation?
to help convert the emergency into a solvable problem
to try not to get the client any more upset than they already are
