How Do You Become A Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor?
Are you interested in pursuing a career in the substance-abuse field? While some states have the same requirements for education, licensure and experience, you will want to contact the state in which you plan to practice to ensure that you have the proper qualifications. Contact your state counseling board. The state board regulates the practice of counseling in your state and is a good place to start to find out what you will need in order to become a licensed chemical-dependency counselor. Ask for the guidelines necessary to become licensed. Identify an accredited school to receive your substance-abuse counseling education. Locate an accredited school to ensure that your school courses and internship hours will count toward licensure in your state. Write to potential schools and request information to find out about the program and the opportunities provided. To become a licensed chemical-dependency counselor, you will need a master’s degree at a minimum before you can begin working
