Professional Licensure Certification Disclosures
Rio Salado College is required to disclose to students in accordance with federal regulations whether a program meets or does not meet state requirements for professional licensure or certification. Please review the disclosures below covering your program of study and associated licensure or certification if applicable. Students can visit this page for more information on programmatic accreditation.
Licensure
The Associate in Applied Science in Addictions and Substance Use Disorders along with the embedded Level I and Level II Addictions and Substance Use Disorders CCL’s are designed to meet the coursework requirements for a Licensed Addiction Counselor Technician in the State of Arizona.
For students seeking certification or licensure in a state other than Arizona, you may need to fulfill additional coursework or training requirements prior to applying for your certification or licensure, and additional requirements including but not limited to: obtaining a fingerprint clearance card, passing licensure or certification exams, completing supervised work experience in the practice of substance abuse counseling, and/or a supervised practicum.
NOTE: Students in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, and Utah should not enroll in the Associate in Applied Science in Addictions and Substance Use Disorders or Level I and Level II Addictions and Substance Use Disorders CCL programs at Rio Salado College because Rio Salado College does not meet the academic requirements for those states. If a student located in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, or Utah plans to seek licensure/certification and employment upon graduation in another state, the student may complete an attestation form to that effect. Please click on the link to complete the Attestation Form.
The listing below reflects states that meet and those that do not meet the educational requirements for licensure or certification and include the state board if applicable.
| States | Description | Program Status (Meets / Does Not Meet) | State Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Students in Alabama should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Alaska | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for Addictions & Substance Abuse Professionals in the state of Alaska. Contact the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development Division or Corporations, Business, and Licensing for more information. | State has no licensing or certification agency | Click here to learn more |
| Arizona | The Associate in Applied Science, Addictions & Substance Use Disorders, meets the academic requirements of a Licensed Addiction Counselor Technician (LACT) in the state of Arizona. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the State of Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Arkansas | Students in Arkansas should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| California | Students in California should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Colorado | Students in Colorado should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Connecticut | Students in Connecticut should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Delaware | Students in Delaware should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| District of Columbia | The Associate in Applied Science, Addictions & Substance Use Disorders, meets the academic requirements of an Addictions Counselor I in the District of Columbia. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the District of Columbia Health Department for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Florida | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for Addictions & Substance Abuse Professionals in the state of Florida. Contact the Florida Department of Public Health for more information. | State has no licensing or certification agency | Click here to learn more |
| Georgia | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for Addictions & Substance Abuse Professionals in the state of Georgia. Contact the Licensing Division of Georgia Secretary of State's Office for more information. | State has no licensing or certification agency | Click here to learn more |
| Hawaii | The Certificate of Completion I, Certificate of Completion II, and the Associate of Applied Science, Addictions and Substance Use Disorders, meet the academic requirements for a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor in Hawaii. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the Hawaii Department of Health, Alcohol & Drug Abuse Division for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Idaho | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for Addictions & Substance Abuse Professionals in the state of Idaho. Contact the Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses for more information. | State has no licensing or certification agency | Click here to learn more |
| Illinois | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for Addictions & Substance Abuse Professionals in the state of Illinois. Contact the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation for more information. | State has no licensing or certification agency | Click here to learn more |
| Indiana | Students in Indiana should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Iowa | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for Addictions & Substance Abuse Professionals in the state of Iowa. Contact the Iowa Department of Public Health Board of Behavioral Science for more information. | State has no licensing or certification agency | Click here to learn more |
| Kansas | Students in Kansas should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Kentucky | Students in Kentucky should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Louisiana | Students in Louisiana should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Maine | The Certificate of Completion I, Certificate of Completion II, and the Associate of Applied Science, Addictions and Substance Use Disorders, meet the academic requirements for a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor in Maine. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the Maine Department of Professional and Financial Regulation for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Maryland | The Associate of Applied Science, Addictions and Substance Use Disorders, meet the academic requirements for a Certified Supervised Counselor-Alcohol and Drug. Contact the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors & Therapists for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Massachusetts | Students in Massachusetts should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Michigan | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for Addictions & Substance Abuse Professionals in the state of Michigan. Contact the Michigan Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA) for more information. | State has no licensing or certification agency | Click here to learn more |
| Minnesota | Students in Minnesota should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Mississippi | Students in Mississippi should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Missouri | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for Addictions & Substance Abuse Professionals in the state of Missouri. Contact the Missouri Division of Professional Registration for more information. | State has no licensing or certification agency | Click here to learn more |
| Montana | The Associate in Applied Science, Addictions & Substance Use Disorders, meets the academic requirements of a Licensed Addiction Counselor in the state of Montana. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the Montana Board of Behavioral Health for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Nebraska | Students in Nebraska should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Nevada | The Associate in Applied Science, Addictions & Substance Use Disorders, meets the academic requirements of a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor-Intern in the state of Nevada. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the Nevada State Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| New Hampshire | The Associate in Applied Science, Addictions & Substance Use Disorders, meets the academic requirements of a Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LADC) in the state of New Hampshire. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure & Certification Board of Licensing for Alcohol & Other Drug Use Professionals for more information. |
AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| New Jersey | The Certificate of Completion II, and the Associate of Applied Science, Addictions and Substance Use Disorders, meet the academic requirements for a Certified Alcohol Drug counselor in New Jersey. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| New Mexico | The Associate in Applied Science, Addictions & Substance Use Disorders, meets the academic requirements of a Substance Abuse Associate Counselor in the state of New Mexico. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department for more information. |
AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| New York | Students in New York should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| North Carolina | The Certificate of Completion II & the Associate of Applied Science, Addictions and Substance Use Disorders, meets the academic requirements for a certified alcohol and drug counselor in North Carolina. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| North Dakota | Students in North Dakota should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Ohio | The Certificate of Completion II & Associate in Applied Science, Addictions & Substance Use Disorders, meet the academic requirements of a Certified Addictions Counselor in the state of Ohio. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Oklahoma | Students in Oklahoma should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Oregon | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for Addictions & Substance Abuse Professionals in the state of Oregon. Contact the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors & Therapists for more information. | State has no licensing or certification agency | Click here to learn more |
| Pennsylvania | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for Addictions & Substance Abuse Professionals in the state of Pennsylvania. Contact the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists, and Professional Counselors for more information. | State has no licensing or certification agency | Click here to learn more |
| Rhode Island | Students in Rhode Island should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| South Carolina | Students in South Carolina should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| South Dakota | Students in South Dakota should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Tennessee | The Certificate of Completion II & Associate in Applied Science, Addictions & Substance Use Disorders meet the academic requirements of a Level I Licensed Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor in the state of Tennessee. Graduates must pass a jurisprudence examination. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the Tennessee Department of Health for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Texas | The Certificate of Completions II & Associate in Applied Science, Addictions & Substance Use Disorders meet the academic requirements of a Chemical Dependency Counselor intern in the state of Texas. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the Texas Department of State Health Services Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Program for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Utah | Students in Utah should not enroll in the Addictions and Substance Use Disorder programs because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Vermont | The Associate in Applied Science, Addictions & Substance Use Disorders meets the academic requirements of an Apprentice Addiction Counselor in the state of Vermont. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the Vermont Secretary of State Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Virginia | The Certificate of Completion I, Certificate of Completion II, and the Associate of Applied Science, Addictions and Substance Use Disorders, meet the academic requirements for a Certified Abuse Counselor Assistant (CSCA-A) in Virginia. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the Virginia Board of Counseling for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Washington | The Associate in Applied Science, Addictions & Substance Use Disorders meets the academic requirements of a Chemical Dependency Professional Credential in the state of Washington. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the Washington State Department of Health Department of Health Programs & Service for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| West Virginia | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for Addictions & Substance Abuse Professionals in the state of West Virginia. Contact the West Virginia Board of Examiners in Counseling for more information. | State has no licensing or certification agency | Click here to learn more |
| Wisconsin | The Certificate of Completion I, Certificate of Completion II, and the Associate of Applied Science, Addictions and Substance Use Disorders, meet the academic requirements for a Substance Abuse Counselor in Training in Wisconsin. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the Wisconsin Department of Safety & Professional Services for more information. | AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Wyoming | The Associate in Applied Science, Addictions & Substance Use Disorders meets the academic requirements of a Certified Addictions Practitioner Assistant in the state of Wyoming. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the Wyoming Mental Health Professionals Licensing Board for more information. |
AAS meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
The Certificate of Completion in Substance Use Prevention and Interventions is designed to meet the academic requirements of the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium domains for the IC&RC Prevention Specialist Examination. The State of Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners does not certify or license Prevention Specialists in Arizona.
For students seeking certification or licensure in a state other than Arizona, you may need to fulfill additional coursework or training requirements prior to applying for your certification or licensure, and additional requirements including but not limited to: obtaining a fingerprint clearance card, passing licensure or certification exams, completing supervised work experience in the practice of substance abuse prevention and intervention counseling, and/or a supervised practicum.
NOTE: Students in Louisiana, New York, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Wyoming should not enroll in the Certification of Completion in Substance Use Prevention and Interventions program at Rio Salado College because Rio Salado College does not meet the academic requirements for those states. If a student located in Louisiana, New York, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Wyoming plans to seek licensure/certification and employment upon graduation in another state, the student may complete an attestation form to that effect. Please click on the link to complete the Attestation Form.
The listing below reflects states that meet and those that do not meet the educational requirements for licensure or certification and include the state board if applicable.
| States | Description | Program Status (Meets / Does Not Meet) | State Website or Voluntary Board |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Alabama. Contact Office of the Secretary of State Boards and Commissions for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Alaska | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Alaska. Contact Office of Boards and Commissions for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Arizona | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Arizona. Contact the State Board of Behavioral Health Examiners for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Arkansas | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Arkansas. Contact the Arkansas Boards & Commissions for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| California | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of California. Contact the Department of Consumer Affairs Consumer Information Center for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Colorado | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Colorado. Contact the Colorado Department of Regulatory Affairs Division of Professions and Occupations for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Connecticut | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Connecticut. Contact the Connecticut Certification Board for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Delaware | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Delaware. Contact the State of Delaware Division of Professional Regulation for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| District of Columbia | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the District of Columbia. Contact the District of Columbia Health Regulation and Licensing Administration for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Florida | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state Florida. Contact the Florida Department of Health for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Georgia | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Georgia. Contact the Georgia Secretary of State for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Hawaii | The Certificate of Completion in Substance Use Prevention and Interventions meets the academic requirements for a Certified Prevention Specialist in the state of Hawaii. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the Hawaii Department of Health Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division for more information. | CCL meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Idaho | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Idaho. Contact the State of Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Illinois | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Illinois. Contact the Illinois Dept of Financial and Professional Regulation for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Indiana | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Indiana. Contact the State of Indiana Information Center for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Iowa | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Iowa. Contact the Iowa Department of Public Health for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Kansas | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Kansas. Contact the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | The Kansas Certification Prevention Board is now managed by Oklahoma Drug & Alcohol Professional Counselor Association. Click here to learn more |
| Kentucky | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Kentucky. Contact the Kentucky Board of Alcohol & Drug Counselors for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Louisiana | Students in Louisiana should not enroll in the Substance Use Prevention and Intervention program because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Maine | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Maine. Contact the Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Maryland | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Maryland. Contact the Maryland Department of Health for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Massachusetts | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Massachusetts. Contact the Massachusetts Bureau of Substance Addiction Services for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Michigan | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Michigan. Contact the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulation for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Minnesota | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Minnesota. Contact the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health & Therapy for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Mississippi | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the State of Mississippi. Contact the Mississippi State Department of Health for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Missouri | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the State of Missouri. Contact the Missouri Division of Professional Registration for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Montana | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Montana. Contact the Montana Board of Behavioral Health for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Nebraska | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Nebraska. Contact the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Voluntary board was NOT identified. |
| Nevada | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Nevada. Contact the Nevada Board of Examiners Alcohol, Drug and Gambling for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| New Hampshire | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of New Hampshire. Contact the New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| New Jersey | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of New Jersey. Contact the State of New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| New Mexico | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of New Mexico. Contact the New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| New York | Students in New York should not enroll in the Substance Use Prevention and Intervention program because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| North Carolina | Students in North Carolina enrolling in the Substance Use Prevention and Intervention program must take the following courses consistent with North Carolina state approval: ASD 148: Introduction to the Science of Prevention; ASD 149: Physiology & Pharmacology for Prevention; ASD 151: Prevention Interventions & Policies; ASD 152: Family-Based Prevention Interventions; ASD 153: School-Based Prevention Interventions; ASD 154: Workplace-Based Prevention Interventions; ASD 155: Environment-Based Prevention Interventions; ASD 156: Media-Based Prevention Interventions; ASD 157: Community-Based Prevention Implementation Systems; ASD 158: Gambling Disorders Prevention; ASD 159: Adolescent Substance Use Prevention; ASD 160: Behavioral Addictions Prevention; ASD120 Professional Ethics in Addictions and Substance Use Disorders ASD145 Aids and Addiction ASD285++ Any two ASD Addictions and Substance Use Disorders seminar courses |
Rio Salado College has state approval. | Click here to learn more |
| North Dakota | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of North Dakota. Contact the North Dakota State Board of Addiction Counseling Examiners for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Voluntary board was NOT identified. |
| Ohio | The Certificate of Completion in Substance Use Prevention and Intervention meets the academic requirements for a Prevention Specialist Assistant in the state of Ohio. Additional requirements may include a licensure/certification exam, background check, and a clinically supervised work experience. Contact the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board for more information. | CCL meets academic requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Oklahoma | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Oklahoma. Contact the Oklahoma Dept of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Oregon | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Oregon. Contact the Oregon Health Policy Board for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Pennsylvania | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Pennsylvania. Contact the Pennsylvania Department of State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Rhode Island | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Rhode Island. Contact the Behavioral Healthcare & Central Management Divisions for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| South Carolina | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of South Carolina. Contact the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| South Dakota | Students in South Dakota should not enroll in the Substance Use Prevention and Intervention program because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Tennessee | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Tennessee. Contact the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Texas | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Texas. Contact the Texas Health and Human Services for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Utah | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Utah. Contact the Utah Dept of Commerce Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Voluntary board was NOT identified. |
| Vermont | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Vermont. Contact the Vermont Secretary of State for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Virginia | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Virginia. Contact the Virginia Department of Health Professions for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Washington | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of Washington. Contact the Washington State Department of Health for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| West Virginia | There is no state agency providing licensing or certification for prevention specialists in the state of West Virginia. Contact the West Virginia Bureau for Behavioral Health for more information. | No State board offering licensure - Voluntary Board is available | Click here to learn more |
| Wisconsin | Students in Wisconsin should not enroll in the Substance Use Prevention and Intervention program because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
| Wyoming | Students in Wyoming should not enroll in the Substance Use Prevention and Intervention program because Rio Salado College does not meet the state licensure requirements. | Does not Meet Academic Requirements | Click here to learn more |
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Dental Hygiene degree is designed to meet the academic requirements for a Licensed Dental Hygienist in Arizona. The program is only offered and available to students located in Arizona.
The Post Baccalaureate educator preparation programs and the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Elementary Education and Special Education are designed to meet the academic requirements for a certified educator in the State of Arizona.
The Rio Salado Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Special Education , Post Baccalaureate Teacher in Residence, and Post Baccalaureate Traditional programs MUST be completed in Arizona with initial licensure in Arizona. These programs are only offered and available to students located in Arizona.
This program is designed to prepare students to meet the requirements to take the Arizona State Real Estate Salesperson's Exam. The program is only offered and available to students located in Arizona.