12 CORE FUNCTIONS IC&RC EXAM WITH ALL CORRECT
& 100% VERIFIED ANSWERS (UPDATED TO PASS)
The process by which the client is determined appropriate and eligible for admission to a particular
program. Correct answer-Screening
Evaluate the psychological, social, and physiological signs and symptoms of alcohol and other drug
abuse. Correct answer-Global Criteria for Screening
Determine the client's appropriateness for admission or referral. Correct answer-Global Criteria for
Screening
Determine the client's eligibility for admission or referral. Correct answer-Global Criteria for
Screening
Identify any coexisting conditions (medical, psychiatric, physical, etc.) that indicate the need for
additional professional assessment and/or services. Correct answer-Global Criteria for Screening
Adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies governing alcohol and other drug abuse
services. Correct answer-Global Criteria for Screening
This function requires the counselor consider a variety of factors before deciding whether or not to
admit the potential client for treatment. It is imperative that the counselor use appropriate
diagnostic criteria to determine whether the applicant's alcohol or other drug use constitutes abuse.
All counselors must be able to describe the criteria they use and demonstrate their competence by
presenting specific examples of how the use of alcohol and other drugs has become dysfunctional for
a particular client. The determination of a particular client's appropriateness for a program requires
the counselor's judgment and skill and is influenced by the program's environment and modality
(i.e., inpatient, outpatient, residential, pharmacotherapy, detoxification, or day care). Important
factors include the nature of the substance abuse, the physical condition of the client, the
psychological functioning of the client, out Correct answer-Explanation for Screening:
The administrative and initial assessment procedures for admission to a program. Correct answer-
Intake
Complete the required documents for admission to the program. Correct answer-Global Criteria
for Intake
Complete the required documents for program eligibility and appropriateness. Correct answer-
Global Criteria for Intake
Obtain appropriately signed consents when soliciting information from, or providing information to,
outside sources to protect client confidentiality and rights. Correct answer-Global Criteria for
Intake
The intake usually becomes an extension of the screening, when the decision to formally admit is
documented. Much of the intake process includes the completion of various forms. Typically, the
client and counselor fill out an admission or intake sheet, document the initial assessment, complete
appropriate releases of information, collect financial data, sign a consent for treatment, and assign
the primary counselor. Correct answer-Explanation of Intake
, Describing to the client the following: general nature and goals of the program; rules governing client
conduct and infractions that can lead to disciplinary action or discharge from the program; in a non-
residential program, the hours during which services are available; treatment costs to be borne by
the client, if any; and client rights. Correct answer-Orientation
Provide an overview to the client by describing program goals and objectives for client care.
Correct answer-Global Criteria for Orientation
Provide an overview to the client by describing program rules and client obligation and rights.
Correct answer-Global Criteria for Orientation
Provide an overview to the client of program operations. Correct answer-Global Criteria for
Orientation
The orientation may be provided before, during, and/or after the client's screening and intake. It can
be conducted in an individual, group, or family context. Portions of the orientation may include other
personnel for certain specific aspects of treatment, such as medication. Correct answer-
Explanation of Orientation
The procedures by which a counselor/program identifies and evaluates an individual's strengths,
weaknesses, problems, and needs for the development of a treatment plan. Correct answer-
Assessment
Gather relevant history from client, including but not limited to, alcohol and other drug abuse using
appropriate interview techniques. Correct answer-Global Criteria for Assessment
Identify methods and procedures for obtaining corroborative information from significant secondary
sources regarding client's alcohol and other drug abuse and psycho-social history. Correct answer-
Global Criteria for Assessment
Identify appropriate assessment tools. Correct answer-Global Criteria for Assessment
Explain to the client the rationale for the use of assessment techniques in order to facilitate
understanding. Correct answer-Global Criteria for Assessment
Develop a diagnostic evaluation of the client's substance abuse and any coexisting conditions based
on the results of all assessments in order to provide an integrated approach to treatment planning
based on the client's strengths, weaknesses, and identified problems and needs. Correct answer-
Global Criteria for Assessment
Although assessment is a continuing process, it is generally emphasized early in treatment. It usually
results from a combination of focused interviews, testing, and/or record reviews. The counselor
evaluates major life areas (i.e., physical health vocational development, social adaptation, legal
involvement, and psychological functioning) and assesses the extent to which alcohol or drug use has
interfered with the client's functioning in each of these areas. The results of this assessment should
suggest the focus treatment. Correct answer-Explanation of Assessment
The process by which the counselor and client identify and rank problems needing resolution;
establish agreed upon immediate and long-term goals; and decide upon a treatment process and the
resources to be utilized. Correct answer-Treatment Planning
& 100% VERIFIED ANSWERS (UPDATED TO PASS)
The process by which the client is determined appropriate and eligible for admission to a particular
program. Correct answer-Screening
Evaluate the psychological, social, and physiological signs and symptoms of alcohol and other drug
abuse. Correct answer-Global Criteria for Screening
Determine the client's appropriateness for admission or referral. Correct answer-Global Criteria for
Screening
Determine the client's eligibility for admission or referral. Correct answer-Global Criteria for
Screening
Identify any coexisting conditions (medical, psychiatric, physical, etc.) that indicate the need for
additional professional assessment and/or services. Correct answer-Global Criteria for Screening
Adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies governing alcohol and other drug abuse
services. Correct answer-Global Criteria for Screening
This function requires the counselor consider a variety of factors before deciding whether or not to
admit the potential client for treatment. It is imperative that the counselor use appropriate
diagnostic criteria to determine whether the applicant's alcohol or other drug use constitutes abuse.
All counselors must be able to describe the criteria they use and demonstrate their competence by
presenting specific examples of how the use of alcohol and other drugs has become dysfunctional for
a particular client. The determination of a particular client's appropriateness for a program requires
the counselor's judgment and skill and is influenced by the program's environment and modality
(i.e., inpatient, outpatient, residential, pharmacotherapy, detoxification, or day care). Important
factors include the nature of the substance abuse, the physical condition of the client, the
psychological functioning of the client, out Correct answer-Explanation for Screening:
The administrative and initial assessment procedures for admission to a program. Correct answer-
Intake
Complete the required documents for admission to the program. Correct answer-Global Criteria
for Intake
Complete the required documents for program eligibility and appropriateness. Correct answer-
Global Criteria for Intake
Obtain appropriately signed consents when soliciting information from, or providing information to,
outside sources to protect client confidentiality and rights. Correct answer-Global Criteria for
Intake
The intake usually becomes an extension of the screening, when the decision to formally admit is
documented. Much of the intake process includes the completion of various forms. Typically, the
client and counselor fill out an admission or intake sheet, document the initial assessment, complete
appropriate releases of information, collect financial data, sign a consent for treatment, and assign
the primary counselor. Correct answer-Explanation of Intake
, Describing to the client the following: general nature and goals of the program; rules governing client
conduct and infractions that can lead to disciplinary action or discharge from the program; in a non-
residential program, the hours during which services are available; treatment costs to be borne by
the client, if any; and client rights. Correct answer-Orientation
Provide an overview to the client by describing program goals and objectives for client care.
Correct answer-Global Criteria for Orientation
Provide an overview to the client by describing program rules and client obligation and rights.
Correct answer-Global Criteria for Orientation
Provide an overview to the client of program operations. Correct answer-Global Criteria for
Orientation
The orientation may be provided before, during, and/or after the client's screening and intake. It can
be conducted in an individual, group, or family context. Portions of the orientation may include other
personnel for certain specific aspects of treatment, such as medication. Correct answer-
Explanation of Orientation
The procedures by which a counselor/program identifies and evaluates an individual's strengths,
weaknesses, problems, and needs for the development of a treatment plan. Correct answer-
Assessment
Gather relevant history from client, including but not limited to, alcohol and other drug abuse using
appropriate interview techniques. Correct answer-Global Criteria for Assessment
Identify methods and procedures for obtaining corroborative information from significant secondary
sources regarding client's alcohol and other drug abuse and psycho-social history. Correct answer-
Global Criteria for Assessment
Identify appropriate assessment tools. Correct answer-Global Criteria for Assessment
Explain to the client the rationale for the use of assessment techniques in order to facilitate
understanding. Correct answer-Global Criteria for Assessment
Develop a diagnostic evaluation of the client's substance abuse and any coexisting conditions based
on the results of all assessments in order to provide an integrated approach to treatment planning
based on the client's strengths, weaknesses, and identified problems and needs. Correct answer-
Global Criteria for Assessment
Although assessment is a continuing process, it is generally emphasized early in treatment. It usually
results from a combination of focused interviews, testing, and/or record reviews. The counselor
evaluates major life areas (i.e., physical health vocational development, social adaptation, legal
involvement, and psychological functioning) and assesses the extent to which alcohol or drug use has
interfered with the client's functioning in each of these areas. The results of this assessment should
suggest the focus treatment. Correct answer-Explanation of Assessment
The process by which the counselor and client identify and rank problems needing resolution;
establish agreed upon immediate and long-term goals; and decide upon a treatment process and the
resources to be utilized. Correct answer-Treatment Planning
