Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Degree

The substance abuse and addiction counseling program at Middlesex 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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Middlesex County College

1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor, NJ

Middlesex County College (MCC) is located in Edison New Jersey, but also has centers in New Brunswick and Perth Amboy, New Jersey. MCC’s mission is to “provide access to an affordable, quality education for diverse students and to promote lifelong learning opportunities to strengthen the economic, social and cultural life of the community.”

MCC offers over 700 courses and 100 degree and certificate programs. Enrollment for the fall of 2012 was at 12,898—more than half of enrollment of that enrollment, full-time students.

Academic Departments:

• Accounting, Business & Legal Studies
• Computer Science and Information Technology
• Dental Auxiliaries Education
• Engineering Technologies
• English
• ESL/Languages & Cultures and Center for International Education
• Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
• History & Social Sciences
• Nursing
• Radiography
• Visual, Performing & Media Arts

MCC full-time students are eligible to receive a 25% discount on rail, bus, or light rail monthly passes when they enroll through the NJ TRANSIT’s Quik-Tik Program through the school.

Student Support services include academic advising, career services, counseling, computer lab use, tutoring services, as well as health and safety service, disabilities services, and Veterans Services.

View a comprehensive list of services on the WCC Services & Support Page.  School-specific information on transferring to or from MCC can be found on the Transfer Services Page or by calling (732) 906-2546 today.

Students Enrolled in the Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Middlesex County College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award

Students by Academic Level (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

Salary & Wages

• Trenton, NJ
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.85
  • Average Annual Salary: $51680

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).