LAC 46:LXXX.721. Practice Credential by Reciprocity from Other States

A. The ADRA may issue a practice credential or specialty certification, without examination in this state to any person who meets the following requirements: 1. if the applicant is applying from an IC&RC jurisdiction, the applicant may follow the IC&RC reciprocity process; 2. if the applicant is not applying from an IC&RC jurisdiction, the applicant may submit an application and satisfy the following: a. possess a valid credential to practice as an addiction counselor or prevention professional in any other state; b. document and verify that the practice credential or specialty certification from the other state is based upon an examination and other requirements substantially equivalent to the requirements for the same practice in Louisiana; or 3. The applicant may be licensed by endorsement in accordance with the provisions of the Welcome Home Act, R.S. 37:51-59.