The practice of a licensed clinical addictions specialist may be independent and consists of the Twelve Core Functions, including screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, counseling, case management, crisis intervention, client education, report and record keeping, consultation with other professionals in regard to client treatment and services, referral to reduce the conditions that place individuals at risk of developing addictive disorder or disease with co-occurring disorders, and treatment for addictive disorder or disease. The licensed clinical addictions specialist may provide supervision to maintain a professional credential as defined by this Article.
2 Years
GS 90-113.30
4,000 or 2,000 Hours of Post-Masters Experience; 180 clock hours of SUD/SA Training; Letters of Reference; $150 Examination Fee, $38 Background Check Fee
NC Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board
P.O. Box 10126
Raleigh, NC 27605-
919-832-5975
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors