How Does One Become a Drug and Alcohol Counselor in NY State?

Question by Kelly: How does one become a drug and alcohol counselor in NY State?
Any suggestions would be great on credentialing and schooling to become a drug and alcohol counselor in NY state. Thanks, I dont know where to begin!!

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Answer by Teacher
New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services … Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), Credentialed Prevention Professional …
www.oasas.state.ny.us/sqa/credentialing/i…

ATTC – Certification Info
Find basic information on a variety of state, national, and some international bodies that offer licensing & credentialing for drug and alcohol counselors. …
www.nattc.org/getCertified.asp

The Certification Board allows for up to 50% of a credential’s recertification … DRCC (Disaster Response Crisis Counselor); ADS (Addiction Disability …
www.certbd.com/

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