Tennessee Licensing Overview for a Substance Abuse Counselor
Licensing for a substance abuse counselor in Tennessee is controlled by the Tennessee Board of Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marital and Family Therapists and Licensed Pastoral Therapists.
General Guidelines for a Substance Abuse Counselor in Tennessee
Specific requirements to perform substance abuse counselor services can generally be used as a guideline, but make sure to check with your local governing rules and regulations.
Who’s allowed to perform these services?
Substance Abuse Counselor
General requirements for a substance abuse counselor license?
Complete 6,000 clinically supervised hours and 270 hours of formal classroom training.
What’s the state licensing site for a substance abuse counselor?
What are some training programs available for a substance abuse counselor?
How long is a license good for and when do I need to renew?
Renews every two years.
What are fees associated with licensing?
Check with local governing body for updated details.