Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Degree

The substance abuse and addiction counseling program at Burlington County College prepares students for careers as counselors in drug detoxification centers, half-way houses, correctional institutions, and more. The program focuses on preventing substance abuse, counseling individuals and families with drug and alcohol problems, and performing intervention and therapeutic services. Program courses include: psychology of addiction, sociology, crisis intervention, substance abuse identification methodologies, pharmacology and behavioral aspects of abused substances, professional standards and ethics, and applicable laws and regulations. Get more details below including other New Jersey colleges that offer substance abuse and addiction counseling degrees.

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Burlington County College (RCBC)

765 Newman Springs Rd, Lincroft, NJ

Burlington County College is an accredited, public, two-year, co-educational, community college located in Burlington County, New Jersey. Major facilities are located in two campuses in Mount Laurel and Pemberton Township and two centers in Willingboro and Mount Holly. Founded in 1966, the college enrolls more than 8,500 students in certificate programs, Associate in Applied Science, Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degree programs. Burlington County College is approved by the State and accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

It’s a medium size comprehensive community college that provides easy access to affordable and quality education. Offer state of the art technologies in the education and training of all individuals through an appropriate mix of delivery systems. The college is enriching the quality of life by sponsoring cultural, personal and recreational interest activities through a widespread program of community and continuing education.

BCC also provides an educational experience that encourages individual to think critically and to examine and clarify ethical, personal and political values, enabling individuals to strengthen their academic skills through academic support, counseling and adaptive learning.

Career Options for Graduates

Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

Description

Counsel and advise individuals with alcohol, tobacco, drug, or other problems, such as gambling and eating disorders. May counsel individuals, families, or groups or engage in prevention programs.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 22.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 830
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.78
  • Average Annual Salary: $53630
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 830
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.82
  • Average Annual Salary: $49550

Mental Health Counselors

Description

Counsel with emphasis on prevention. Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health. May help individuals deal with issues associated with addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; stress management; self-esteem; and aging.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, mental health counselors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 19.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 700
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.83
  • Average Annual Salary: $41260
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.93
  • Average Annual Salary: $51860

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).