§16-68-12. Grandfathering of licensed alcohol and drug counselors based on master's degree and former substance abuse certification; license renewal; fee.

Any person who has attained a master's level degree and is certified by the West Virginia Certification Board for Addiction and Prevention Professionals as a substance abuse counselor on or before July 1, 2027, shall be deemed a licensed alcohol and drug counselor: Provided, That individuals currently certified by the West Virginia Certification Board for Addiction and Prevention Professionals must have credentials in good standing at the time of application for licensure or certification under this article. Any person so deemed shall renew such person's license pursuant to this article for a fee set forth pursuant to §16-68-23 of this code.