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FAQs for Alcohol and Other Drug Use Professionals

On the Supervised Work Experience Report Form it asks to list the ‘approximate’ number of hours the supervisor supervised the applicant.

If it is on a supervised work experience form, it should be the number of hours required for the applicant; 6000, 4000, 3000 or 1500-if you hold a NH LADC or LICSW.

Can an LCS supervise CRSW’s?

Yes, if they have the 4 domains training as defined in the Administrative Rules

If you are located in New Hampshire and are providing Licensed Alcohol and Drug Professional Services to a consumer located in another jurisdiction, you are considered to be practicing in New Hampshire and do you need to be licensed in this state?

If you are located in another state and are providing Licensed Alcohol and Drug Professional Services to a consumer located in New Hampshire, you are considered to be practicing in New Hampshire and need to be licensed in this state.

In either case, you might also be considered to be practicing in another jurisdiction. This statement is not intended to interpret the laws of any other jurisdiction.

If you are about to engage in Licensed Alcohol and Drug Professional Services in New Hampshire you would be advised to contact the Board of Alcohol and Other Drug Use Professionals to check if the provider is licensed in New Hampshire (603) 271-2152 or check online.

What date does the Supervision begin for CRSW candidates?

For a CRSW candidate whose supervisor is listed on the Board's website, use the date the supervision agreement is signed by the supervisor and supervisee.

What form should be completed to document 1500 hours of clinically supervised work experience, post masters?

Supervised Work Experience Form.

What date does the Supervision begin for CRSW Candidates? 

For a CRSW candidate whose supervisor is listed on the Board’s website on the list of Eligible Supervisors, use the date the supervision agreement is signed by the supervisor and supervisee.

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