37-35-202. Certification requirements -- examination -- fees. (1) To be eligible for certification as a chemical dependency counselor, the applicant shall submit an application fee in an amount established by the department by rule and a written application on a form provided by the department that demonstrates that the applicant has completed the eligibility requirements and competency standards as defined by department rule.
     (2) A person may apply for certification as a certified chemical dependency counselor if the person has:
     (a) received a baccalaureate degree in alcohol and drug studies, psychology, sociology, social work, counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university;
     (b) received an associate of arts degree in alcohol and drug studies, chemical dependency, or substance abuse from an accredited institution; or
     (c) successfully completed at least 1 year of formalized training in chemical dependency counseling in a program approved by the department or recognized under the laws of another state.
     (3) Prior to becoming eligible to begin the examination process, each person shall complete supervised work experience in a chemical dependency treatment program as defined by the department, in an internship approved by the department, or in a similar program recognized under the laws of another state.
     (4) Each applicant shall successfully complete a competency examination process as defined by rules adopted by the department.
     (5) A person holding a certificate to practice as a certified chemical dependency counselor in this state may use the title "certified chemical dependency counselor".

     History: En. Sec. 5, Ch. 507, L. 1997.