Section 641C.340 - Requirements for issuance of certificate; period of validity of certificate; scope of practice authorized by certificate1. The Board shall issue a certificate as a clinical alcohol and drug counselor intern to a person who: (a) Is not less than 21 years of age;(b) Pays the fees required pursuant to NRS 641C.470;(c) Submits proof to the Board that the person has received a master's degree or doctoral degree in a field of social science approved by the Board that includes comprehensive course work in clinical mental health, including the diagnosis of mental health disorders; and(d) Submits all the information required to complete an application for a certificate.2. A certificate as a clinical alcohol and drug counselor intern is valid for 6 months and may be renewed. The Board may waive any requirement for the renewal of a certificate upon good cause shown by the holder of the certificate.3. A certified clinical alcohol and drug counselor intern may, under the supervision of a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor: (a) Engage in the clinical practice of counseling persons with alcohol and other substance use disorders; and(b) Diagnose or classify a person as having an alcohol or other substance use disorder.Added to NRS by 2007, 3064; A 2015, 2273; 2019, 4314Amended by 2019, Ch. 627,§82, eff. 7/1/2019.Amended by 2015, Ch. 402,§8, eff. 7/1/2015.Added to NRS by 2007, 3064