Global Criteria: The 12 Core Functions of the Substance Abuse Counselor

More than 27 years ago, Global Criteria: The 12 Core Functions of the Substance Abuse Counselor defined the functions and professional competencies of substance abuse counselors. It continues to do so and will indefinitely. You will be hard-pressed to find a modern addiction studies program, certification, or licensing board, state, or nation that does not use the 12 Core Functions in their required education or competency testing.