LOUISIANA

Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority

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


 

COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (CIT)/PREVENTION SPECIALIST IN TRAINING (PSIT)

The CIT and PSIT designation is provided for individuals during the period in which they are obtaining the education, training, and experience required to apply for certification. An individual may be registered as a CIT/PSIT for a period of no longer than 6 years. 

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Is at least 18 years of age.

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Is not now, and has not been, a substance abuser or compulsive gambler for a period of 2 years from the date the application is received

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Has not been convinced of, pleaded guilty, or entered a plea of nolo contendere to a felony.  The ADRA may waive this requirement for good cause upon request.  The applicant shall provide the ADRA with a certified copy of his criminal history.

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CIT's/PSIT's must be under the supervision of a qualified professional.   Any person providing substance abuse counseling or prevention intervention services must be certified by the ADRA or under qualified supervision.

Individuals who do not register with the ADRA as a CIT/PSIT will be required to provide proof of appropriate supervision. This proof will be required at the time of application for certification, in response to any complaint, and in response to any challenge.

 

 
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