NRS 641C.340
Requirements for issuance of certificate

  • period of validity of certificate
  • scope of practice authorized by certificate.

1.

The Board shall issue a certificate as a clinical alcohol and drug counselor intern to a person who:

(a)

Is not less than 21 years of age;

(b)

Pays the fees required pursuant to NRS 641C.470;

(c)

Submits proof to the Board that the person has received a master’s degree or doctoral degree in a field of social science approved by the Board that includes comprehensive course work in clinical mental health, including the diagnosis of mental health disorders; and

(d)

Submits all the information required to complete an application for a certificate.

2.

A certificate as a clinical alcohol and drug counselor intern is valid for 6 months and may be renewed. The Board may waive any requirement for the renewal of a certificate upon good cause shown by the holder of the certificate.

3.

A certified clinical alcohol and drug counselor intern may, under the supervision of a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor:

(a)

Engage in the clinical practice of counseling persons with alcohol and other substance use disorders; and

(b)

Diagnose or classify a person as having an alcohol or other substance use disorder.
License As Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Source: Section 641C.340 — Requirements for issuance of certificate; period of validity of certificate; scope of practice authorized by certificate., https://www.­leg.­state.­nv.­us/NRS/NRS-641C.­html#NRS641CSec340.

Last Updated

Jun. 24, 2021

§ 641C.340’s source at nv​.us