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Counselor, Certified Substance Abuse License in Virginia

Quick Answer

To obtain a Counselor, Certified Substance Abuse in Virginia, review the requirements from Department of Health Professions~Virginia Board of Counseling.

Requirements

Counselor, Certified Substance Abuse certification in Virginia

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Education
Degree required
Exam
Third-party exam required
Continuing Education
No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
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Licensing Agency

Department of Health Professions~Virginia Board of Counseling

Website 8042674610 Email

Counselor, Certified Substance Abuse Salary in Virginia

Entry Level

$39,150

Median

$58,410

Experienced

$96,230

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Counselor, Certified Substance Abuse in Virginia.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Degree required

  2. 2

    Pass the Required Exam

    Third-party exam required

  3. 3

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  4. 4

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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