IC&RC Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certification Vocabulary Game
Exam terms with clues and explanations by OpenExamPrep.
About the IC&RC Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certification Vocabulary Game
A free word game for the IC&RC Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certification exam. Each round shows a clue for one of 19 exam terms across 4 topics. Recall the term, spell it out, then read a short explanation. Rounds pick a random term, so you can keep playing as long as you like.
How to Play
- 1Read the clue and type a term with the right number of letters (3 to 6). Abbreviations count: type the letters only.
- 2Press Check Answer or Enter. Each letter changes color to show how close you are.
- 3You have 6 tries. Stuck? Need a hint? asks the AI tutor for a nudge without giving the term away, and Skip moves to a new term.
- 4After the round, read the explanation, ask the AI to explain it, share your result, or press Next.
- ARight letter, right spot
- AIn the term, wrong spot
- ANot in the term
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Topics in the IC&RC Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certification Vocabulary Game
Scientific principles
Screening and assessment
Treatment and counseling
Ethics and law
Sources for these terms (20)
- IC&RC Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ADC) Exam Candidate Guide · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Opioids (NIDA Research Topic) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Drinking Levels Defined (NIAAA) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- About Cannabis (CDC) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Traumatic Events and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) (NIMH) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- FDA Approves First Over-the-Counter Naloxone Nasal Spray · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Screening and brief interventions for substance use problems (WHO) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Screen and Assess: Use Quick, Effective Methods (NIAAA) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR) (American Psychiatric Association) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- About The ASAM Criteria · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Treatment Options for Substance Use Disorder (SAMHSA) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Treatment and Recovery - Drugs, Brains, and Behavior: The Science of Addiction (NIDA) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Quick Guide for Clinicians Based on TIP 45: Detoxification and Substance Abuse Treatment (SAMHSA) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Trauma and Violence (SAMHSA) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Peer Support Workers for Those in Recovery (SAMHSA) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- About Adverse Childhood Experiences (CDC) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- HIPAA for Professionals (HHS) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Summary of the HIPAA Privacy Rule (HHS) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Substance Use Disorders: Statutes, Regulations, and Guidelines (SAMHSA) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Code of Ethics (NAADAC/NCC AP) · Source checked 2026-11-03
About the IC&RC ADC Exam
The IC&RC ADC is the most widely recognized credential for substance use disorder counselors in the United States, accepted by member boards across all 50 states and internationally. The exam tests four domains based on the 2022 Job Analysis: scientific principles of substance use and co-occurring disorders, evidence-based screening and assessment, evidence-based treatment, counseling, and referral, and professional, ethical, and legal responsibilities.
Exam sponsor: IC&RC. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Assessment
125 scored + 25 pretest (unscored)
Time Limit
3 hours
Passing Score
Scaled score 500 (200-800 scale)
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the IC&RC ADC vocabulary game free?
Yes. The game is free to play with no sign-up. Signing in adds AI explanations for any term.
How does the IC&RC ADC vocabulary game work?
Each round shows a clue for one of 19 IC&RC ADC terms. Guess the term in six tries: green means the right letter in the right spot, yellow means the letter is in the term but in another spot, and gray means it is not in the term. After the round, read the explanation and play the next term.
Where do the IC&RC ADC terms come from?
OpenExamPrep researched each term from the IC&RC content outline and primary sources, listed under Sources on this page. The game is independent study material, not an official exam resource.
How many questions are on the IC&RC ADC exam?
The ADC exam contains 150 multiple-choice questions: 125 scored items and 25 unscored pretest items. Pretest questions are not identified and do not affect your score.
What is the passing score for the IC&RC ADC exam?
All IC&RC exams use a scaled scoring system from 200-800, with a minimum passing score of 500. The passing score is determined through a Modified Angoff study, not a fixed percentage of correct answers.