CT SB01065

Repeals and replaces Section 20-74s governing licensure and certification of alcohol and drug counselors by the Department of Public Health

Requires master's degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling, psychology or related field with minimum 18 graduate semester hours in counseling-related subjects for licensure as a licensed alcohol and drug counselor

Establishes certification requirements including 300 hours of supervised practical training, 3 years of supervised paid work experience or unpaid internship, 360 hours of commissioner-approved education, and passage of a department-prescribed examination

Prohibits use of titles such as "licensed alcohol and drug counselor," "certified alcohol and drug counselor," and related designations unless properly licensed or certified under state requirements

Exempts religious clergy, licensed medical and mental health professionals, student interns, state agency rehabilitation counselors, and unpaid self-help group participants from licensure and certification requirements