How to Pass the NAADAC NCAC Exam in 2026 (Complete Study Guide)

Your complete guide to passing the 2026 NAADAC National Certified Addiction Counselor (NCAC I & NCAC II) exams. This video breaks down the exam blueprint, including the 12 Core Functions and TAP 21, DSM-5-TR SUD criteria, the 6 ASAM placement dimensions, ethics under 42 CFR Part 2, and key counseling modalities like Motivational Interviewing. Read the full companion article for more detail and a 10-12 week study plan: https://open-exam-prep.com/blog/ncac-national-certified-addiction-counselor-exam-guide-2026 Ready to practice? Start our FREE NCAC practice questions now (no login required): https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/ncac ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:06 - Scene 1 0:38 - Scene 2 1:12 - Scene 3 1:47 - Scene 4 2:22 - Scene 5 2:53 - Scene 6 3:25 - Next steps Recommended study resources: Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Open Exam Prep earns from qualifying purchases. We may earn a commission if you buy through these links. - NCAC I and II Exam Secrets Study Guide: NCAC Test Review for the National Certified Addiction Counselor Exams, Levels I and II: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1630942316?tag=openexamprep-20 - NCAC I & II Study Guide: Ace the National Certified Addiction Counselor Levels I and II with Review for Pharmacology, Counseling and 750 Q&As with Detailed Explanations (5 Full Tests): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FHB6G593?tag=openexamprep-20 - NCAC I and II Exam Study Guide 2025–2026: Pass the National Certified Addiction Counselor Exam for Levels I and II with Detailed Content Review of ... Ethics, and Two Full-Length Practice Tests: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G51KJHLM?tag=openexamprep-20