California Association for Drug/Alcohol Educators (CAADE)

The California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators was incorporated as a not-for-profit organization in 1984 under the direction of founder Dr. Dick Wilson. CAADE initially began with the goal of setting and upholding accreditation standards for Alcohol/Drug Studies Programs in California and continues to do so.

Our Vission:
To be a leader in state and national collaborative efforts that improve the overall health and welfare of those afflicted with substance use disorders.

Our Mission:
CAADE promotes and supports quality higher education in addiction studies by:
• Providing continuing education and professional development
• leading the state and national levels in the development and implementation of certification and licensure standards for addiction service professionals
• Developing and implementing accreditation standards for higher education in addiction studies
• Providing public policy education and advocacy among consumers and other stakeholders.