(1) An applicant who has been credentialed as a substance use or addiction counselor in another state with substantially equivalent licensing standards, as determined by the department under RCW 18.130.077, is considered to meet:

(a) Education requirements under WAC 246-811-030;

(b) Examination requirements under WAC 246-811-060; and

(c) Experience requirements under WAC 246-811-045 through 246-811-047.

(2) An applicant for substance use disorder professional under subsection (1) of this section is eligible for out-of-state substantial equivalency if they:

(a) Have held their credential in another state for at least two years immediately preceding their application, with no interruption in licensure lasting longer than 90 days;

(b) Have not been subject to disciplinary action for unprofessional conduct or impairment in any state, federal, or foreign jurisdiction;

(c) Are not subject to denial of license; and

(d) Are not under investigation or subject to charges in any state, federal, or foreign jurisdiction during the pendency of their application.