In North Carolina, there are two levels of certification in substance abuse counseling: the Substance Abuse Counselor Intern (SACI) and the Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC). The certifications are acquired by applying to the North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board (NCSAPPB). While SACI requires only a high school diploma or GED, a Bachelor’s degree in Addiction Counseling is recommended. An applicant for becoming a SACI must complete a 300-hour practicum in 12 Core Functions and pass the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) Computer Based Test (NCSAPPB). A CSAC is to have 6000 hours of supervised work experience over three years and 270 hours of training or education, with 190 being substance abuse specific (NCSAPPB). Specialists can file an application after passing the IC&RC Alcohol and Drug Counselor Test (NCSAPPB). In short, the acquisition of needed certificates in North Carolina does not differ considerably from the process in other states. Participation in this course has let me develop several crucial competencies for becoming a certified addiction professional. I believe that the most valued skill I have started to develop is writing an assessment report. This competence is vital for summarizing and structuring the knowledge acquired from the intake process and screening test results. Additionally, it helps to understand the importance of the multidisciplinary approach that provides a holistic patient-centered approach to the treatment process. At the same time, I believe that my decision-making in terms of screening tools requires further training. This course has provided an opportunity to review several screening and assessment instruments. However, during the research process, I came across multiple tools that need further evaluation to understand how they may be used in practice. In brief, while I have acquired several vital skills, there are some areas that require further improvement. Assessment Report Assessment Findings Summary Logan Edward demonstrates the symptoms of moderate or severe alcohol use disorder coded F10.229 according to the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) (American Psychiatric Association 491). The interview and a screening test confirmed that the client had six symptoms during the last 12 months associated with problematic alcohol use. First, the test results show that Mr. Edward applied for help to address his drinking problem. Second, the interview shows that the client recurrently drank alcohol, resulting in a failure to fulfill major obligations at work. Third, he continues to use alcohol despite persistent social and interpersonal problems caused by the effects of alcohol. Fourth, most of the social, occupational, and recreational activities are reduced due to alcohol abuse. Fifth, the client used alcohol in situations where it was physically dangerous. Sixth, Mr. Edward demonstrates signs of alcohol tolerance since he admits that he needs more to achieve intoxication. In short, the current severity of alcohol misuse is coded 303.90(F10.20) Severe according to DSM-5. Logan Edward was referred to addiction assessme