Identifying information about the state board $($name$,$ location, frequency of meetings, etc.$)$

The mission of the state board.

The regulatory authority and scope $($cite the statutes and rules that govern the board$$s activities, describe the discipline$($s$)$ regulated by the board, and describe the scope of the board$$s authority to regulate professional practice$).$

A summary of the licensure and certification requirements for the state in which you plan to practice.

A description of the different tiered levels of licensure $($such as LASAC and LISAC$)$ to establish eligibility for addictions licensure. Licensing and$/$or certification requirements may vary from state to state. It is the students$$ responsibility to check the licensing$/$certification requirements in their respective state.

A description of the state$$s legal complaint handling process and$/$or outcomes, descriptions of types of complaints, and observed patterns.

At least three scholarly sources, one of which should be your state$$s licensing board.