Minnesota Statutes Health (Ch. 144-159) § 148F.105. Prohibited practice or use of titles; penalty

Subd. 2. Use of titles. (a) No individual shall present himself or herself or any other individual to the public by any title incorporating the words “licensed alcohol and drug counselor,” “alcohol and drug counselor,” or otherwise hold himself or herself out to the public by any title or description stating or implying that they are licensed or otherwise qualified to practice alcohol and drug counseling, unless that individual holds a valid license.

(b) An individual issued a temporary permit must use titles consistent withsection 148F.035, paragraph (c), clause (3).

(c) An individual who is participating in an alcohol and drug counseling practicum for purposes of licensure by the board may be designated an alcohol and drug counselor intern.

(d) Individuals who are trained in alcohol and drug counseling and employed by an educational institution recognized by a regional accrediting organization, by a federal, state, county, or local government institution, by agencies, or research facilities, may represent themselves by the titles designated by that organization provided the title does not indicate the individual is licensed by the board.