Brochure

LOUISIANA

Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority

628 N. 4th Street, Baton Rouge, LA. 70802 / 225.342.8941 / 225.342.0441 (fax)

1. Register -- The person should register as a Counselor in Training (CIT) or Prevention Specialist in Training (PSIT) while gaining the required skills and experience. A CIT/PSIT is supervised by a qualified professional.

2. Submitting Application -- When the person has documentation of meeting all the requirements, an Application Package should be submitted to the ADRA. All forms are to be filled out completely and the required documentation is assembled. You must submit to the ADRA original transcripts from the Learning Institution(s) you attended. An original criminal background check must be submitted to the ADRA. A Supervisor's Evaluation and three (3) professional references are requested from qualified individuals. The case presentation is to be submitted with the application.

3. Application Completed-- The applicant will be allowed to correct any deficiencies in the application package. When reviewed and found complete, the applicant will be a candidate for certification.

4. Examination-- The applicant takes the written and oral examinations. (Applicants for certification as a CPS only take a written examination). The applicant will be notified of the results within 6 weeks. The applicant must pass the written examination before taking the oral exam. Both written and oral exams must be passed to obtain certification.

EXCEPTION -- RECIPROCITY FROM ANOTHER STATE

The ADRA may issue a certificate, without examination in this state, to any person who meets the following requirements:

If the applicant is applying from an ICRC jurisdiction, the applicant should follow the ICRC reciprocity process.

If the applicant is not applying from an ICRC jurisdiction, the applicant must submit an application and satisfy the following:

a. possess a valid certificate to practice as an addiction or prevention counselor or professional or para-professional in any other state of the United States

b. document and verify that the certificate from the other state is based upon an examination and other requirements substantially equivalent to the requirements for practice in Louisiana

APPROVED INSTITUTIONS

The ADRA grants approval only to educational institutions which are accredited and to clinical institutions which are audited by a qualified professional, and only then upon being satisfied that the content and faculty/staff are sufficient to allow the candidate the opportunity to obtain the required knowledge and skill base.

CERTIFIED CLINICAL SUPERVISOR

Counselors in Training and Prevention Specialist in Training must be under the supervision of a qualified professional:

The ADRA shall recognize as a CCS each candidate who:

possesses a valid and current credential as a Licensed, Certified or Registered Addiction Counselor and/or Qualified Mental Health Professional who first completes the clinical supervision training approved by the department. The candidate may then submit an application to the ADRA.

SCOPE OF PRACTICE

A. The practice of addictive disorder counseling shall consist of the rendering of professional guidance to individuals suffering from addictive disorders to assist them in gaining an understanding of the nature of their disorder and developing and maintaining a responsible lifestyle. The scope of practice shall include making appropriate referrals to qualified professionals, providing counseling to family members when appropriate, and utilizing the core functions and KSA's of addictive disorder counseling.

B. The practice of prevention within the meaning and intent of these rules and regulations shall consist of the rendering of prevention services. The scope of the practice shall include collaboration with qualified professionals and utilization of the performance domains of prevention to increase the awareness of high risk behaviors and the perception that high risk behaviors are, or potentially can be, harmful. In addition to any other positive outcomes that may be sought, the practice of prevention seeks to:

1. reduce the availability of alcohol, tobacco and other substances to youth; achieve long term reductions in the underage drinking and the use of tobacco and other drugs;

2. reduce the underage access to and use of alcohol

3. impact other prioritized substance use and related behaviors including increased or retained employment or return to and stay in school;

4. decrease criminal justice involvement;

5. increase stability in family and living conditions;

6. increase access to services (including treatment services);

7. increase social supports and increase social connectedness

CORE FUNCTIONS

See Core Functions here

PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES

No person shall hold himself out as holding, or knowingly allow others to conclude or believe that he holds, a credential, certification or status issued or recognized by the ADRA, unless he has qualified for such under the provisions of the Addictive Disorders Practice Act and been granted the credential, certification or status pursuant to the ADRA's rules.

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