AHP Awarded Additional 6-Month Funding for LADC II Apprenticeship Program
The Healey-Driscoll Administration has awarded AHP an additional 6 months of funding for the Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor II (LADC II) Apprenticeship Program, part of the $3.2 million in apprenticeship grants recently announced. This grant, which is aimed at addressing workforce shortages in the behavioral health field, will provide 514 apprentices and pre-apprentices with the training and career pathways needed to succeed in high-demand sectors, including health care and behavioral health.
The LADC II Apprenticeship Program is a groundbreaking initiative in the behavioral health field, where apprenticeships are an innovative and emerging approach to support workforce development. This apprenticeship program trains individuals to become Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors through a combination of classroom instruction and supervised clinical experience. While there is no cost to participate, apprentices must complete a required number of training hours, gain work experience in addiction counseling, and pass an examination to earn their license.
These steps allow apprentices to work, earn, and learn, gaining on-the-job and practicum experience. This funding ensures that our LADC II Apprenticeship Program continues to grow, supporting individuals in their journey to becoming fully licensed counselors, while also meeting the increasing demand for trained professionals in the recovery field.
We are excited to expand our impact through this additional funding. This program not only addresses the need for qualified addiction counselors but also helps entry-level staff and individuals in recovery build meaningful careers and contribute to the Commonwealth’s economy.
—Ellen Radis, Senior Program Director at AHP
The LADC II Apprenticeship Program is part of AHP’s broader commitment to workforce development in Massachusetts, offering critical opportunities for individuals to gain hands-on experience while working toward their professional licensure. AHP implements this program in partnership with High Point Treatment Center, which is supported by the RIZE Foundation.
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