Q. I
was in the process of getting my credential through the WCB, what
happens now that the transfer took place?
A. If
you were not credentialed by the WCB before the transfer over to
DRL, you will have to reapply and complete the requirements set
forth by the Department.
Q.
Will anything change with my credential after the
transfer?
A. No,
if you were credentialed through the WCB, nothing changed other
than your credential name. The following are the title changes that
occurred:
•
Substance Abuse Counselor In Training (f.k.a. RADC I)
•
Substance Abuse Counselor (f.k.a. CADC, CADC II, and CADC D)
•
Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (f.k.a. CADC III )
•
Clinical Supervisor In Training (f.k.a. RCS)
•
Intermediate Clinical Supervisor (f.k.a. CCS I, and CCS G)
•
Independent Clinical Supervisor (f.k.a. CCS II)
•
Prevention Specialist In Training (f.k.a. RPW)
•
Prevention Specialist (f.k.a. CPP)
Q. I
had a work plan on file with the WCB, did this transfer to DRL?
A. Work
plans on file with the WCB did not transfer to the DRL. You will
have to apply and meet the DRL requirements to become a Substance
Abuse Counselor In Training (formerly RADC I).
Q.
What are the requirements and how do I apply for
a credential?
A. You
can download the application and instructions for a credential off
of our website.
Q.
If I acquire the Substance Abuse Specialty Authorization
permit, will I have to complete any continuing education (CE) hours?
If so, how many?
A. Yes,
if you have the Specialty Authorization permit, you will have to
complete at least 10 hours of CE in alcohol or substance dependency
or abuse for every biennium (which can also be used towards your
primary license). This requirement may be found under s. MPSW 1.09
(5), Wis. Admin. Code.
Q.
When will we know ICRC testing dates?
A. Testing
dates are posted on our website. When you go to the section of the
credential you are applying for (i.e. Substance Abuse Counselor),
click on ‘Obtain License' and there will be a link for the listing
of the 2007 test dates.
Q.
When will the renewal date be for my credential?
A. There
will no longer be different dates for different credentials/individuals.
Your renewal date will always February 28th of every odd numbered
year (i.e. 2007, 2009, 2011, etc.).
Q.
If my credential has been expired for more than
5 years, what is the process for me to renew my credential?
A. As
sited in RL 165.01 (2) A credential holder who fails to renew certification
within 5 years of the renewal date shall be reinstated by complying
with the requirements for obtaining initial certification, including
education and examination requirements which apply at the time the
application is made.
