The practice of a certified substance abuse counselor 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, and referral to treat addictive disorder or disease and help prevent relapse.
2 Years
GS 90-113.30
6000 hours of SUD counseling experience, 270 clock hours of training, 2 References from colleagues and/or coworkers. $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