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Earned the Substance Use Disorders Counselor Certificate? Your 8-Step Guide to Obtaining the SAC License

Holding a license in substance abuse counseling involves crucial steps to ensure you are qualified. Use this guide to help plan what’s next.

How to Become a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor

The UW Substance Use Disorders Counselor Certificate program is an educational stepping stone in obtaining your substance abuse counselor license.

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UW Flexible Option Partners with Health Agencies to Help Prepare Substance Abuse Counselors

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