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2011 Nevada Revised Statutes
Chapter 641C - Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors and Detoxification Technicians
NRS 641C.340 - Requirements for issuance of certificate; period certificate is valid; scope of practice authorized by certificate.

Universal Citation:
NV Rev Stat ยง 641C.340 (2011)
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1. The Board shall issue a certificate as a clinical alcohol and drug abuse counselor intern to a person who:

(a) Is not less than 21 years of age;

(b) Is a citizen of the United States or is lawfully entitled to remain and work in the United States;

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

(d) 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

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

2. A certificate as a clinical alcohol and drug abuse counselor intern is valid for 1 year 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 abuse counselor intern may, under the supervision of a licensed clinical alcohol and drug abuse counselor:

(a) Engage in the clinical practice of counseling alcohol and drug abusers; and

(b) Diagnose or classify a person as an alcoholic or drug abuser.

(Added to NRS by 2007, 3064)

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