W. Va. Code § 16-68-14
Grandfathering of certified alcohol and drug counselors based on work experience and examination; certification renewal; fee
West Virginia · West Virginia Code Chapter 16 — Public Health · Status: effective
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Any person who is not certified by the West Virginia Certification Board for Addiction and Prevention Professionals as a substance abuse counselor on or before July 1, 2027, who:
(1) Documents to the department that such person has a minimum of five years full-time or eight years part-time paid work experience, under supervision, as an alcohol and drug counselor; and (2) successfully passes a commissioner-approved examination no later than July 1, 2027, shall be deemed a certified alcohol and drug counselor. Any person so deemed shall renew such person's certification pursuant to this article for a fee set forth pursuant to §16-68-23 of this code.