Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Degree

The substance abuse and addiction counseling program at College of Southern Idaho 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 Idaho colleges that offer substance abuse and addiction counseling degrees.

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College of Southern Idaho (BYU-I)

525 S Center, Rexburg, ID

Situated in Twin Falls, Idaho, the College of Southern Idaho (CSI) is a great higher institution of learning for those who would like to start off their college career in a two year program that offers a ton of different options for majors and career advancement. Twin Falls is one of the state of Idaho’s biggest cities, and had a 44,125 population in the last U.S census. The city has a busy economy and growing development despite many of the problems that surrounding areas have had with the economic downturn. The population has swelled in recent years, leading to much of the new growth that the city is seeing today.

The College of Southern Idaho has a total enrollment of 13,183 and makes its mark as a middle sized school that offers a wide variety of two year degrees and certificate programs. In state tuitions are a very favorable $3,520, but those rates almost double to $6,720 for those who live out of state and are migrating to Twin Falls for school. The college offers over 100 different associates of applied science degrees as well as technical certificates, and specializes in sending students straight into jobs in the work force with different companies in the region. For students who would like to transfer to a four year institution after their stay, the college offers a program that allows for direct transfer to major public universities in the state such as Boise State University, Idaho State University, and the University of Idaho.

Students Enrolled in the Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. BYU-I has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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

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

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