Becoming an Accredited Member
By becoming an accredited member of the Addiction Counsellors of Ireland (ACI), you are aligning yourself with Ireland's leading accreditation body in the addiction sector, recognised by the HSE and other key organisations.
Membership assures your clients, employers, and colleagues of your qualifications and professional competence; reflecting a dedication to high standards, ethical practice, and continuous professional development. By joining ACI you will be part of a network of professionals committed to upholding ethical and responsible standards in addiction services, ensuring the well-being and safety of those who seek your support.
It provides access to valuable resources, including CPD, networking opportunities, and representation from a respected, credible organisation that will advocate for your interests in the field of addiction.
Our accreditation and annual membership renewal process ensures you uphold high standards and remain dedicated to working within an ethical framework and established codes of practice.
Students Go Free
We offer one year of free Associate Accreditated Membership to students enrolled in a recognised QQI training course in Addiction Studies or Addiction Counselling. For more details, please contact our office directly.
Why Choose ACI?
We are fully committed to maintaining high standards of ethical practice within the field of addiction support. By ensuring our members meet these standards we enforce their professional credibility, while also protecting those seeking help. If you share these values, we invite you to become a member where you'll join well over 500 other accredited addiction professionals who are raising standards and protecting public safety.
Accreditation Process
The committee meets four times a year to review applications, with applicants informed of these meeting dates in advance.
Each application is thoroughly examined to ensure it meets the required criteria for accreditation. If an application is unsuccessful, the individual is contacted and either given feedback or asked to provide additional documentation. The application will be reconsidered once the necessary information is submitted. Successful applicants are notified by email. After the membership fee is paid, an accreditation certificate and receipt will be sent via email.
Which Membership is Right for Me?
Our membership categories are designed to support you at every stage of your career as an addiction professional. Whether you're a student just beginning your journey, a primary care worker, or an experienced therapist, as an ACI member we'll offer you CPD workshops, networking opportunities and regular updates within the addiction sector to help you thrive in your career.
We offer accreditation under the following categories. Click to read more:
