1. (1) Individuals whose CPGC is valid at the time of the adoption of this Part, may, upon expiration of their credential:

   1. (i) renew the credential pursuant to section 853.11(b) of this Part; or
   2. (ii) if the individual is also a CASAC or CPP or CPS, such person may apply for a gambling designation pursuant to subdivision (a) of this section; or
   3. (iii) if the individual is a licensed social worker or mental health practitioner with no additional OASAS credential, such person may be eligible for inclusion on the OASAS listing of recognized problem gambling professionals as a qualified problem gambling professional as defined in Part 857 of this Title.

(a) Gambling designations.

A CASAC, a CPP or CPS may acquire an additional gambling specialty designation (CASAC-G, CPP-G or CPS-G) by meeting additional requirements as determined by the office and available from the office credentialing website and in the designation application.

(b) Previously credentialed problem gambling counselor (CPGC).