Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Degree

The substance abuse and addiction counseling program at Sheridan 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 Wyoming colleges that offer substance abuse and addiction counseling degrees.

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Sheridan College

231 W 6th St, Powell, WY

Sitting at the base of the Bighorn Mountains, Sheridan College boasts one of the most state-of-the-art campuses in Wyoming in the #1 western town in the United States. Our new modern campus villa housing, attention to the arts for a creative economy, delivery of workforce solutions, cutting edge web services, and latest industry equipment set us apart.

Our students who transfer to the University of Wyoming consistently out-perform the average transfer student from all Wyoming community colleges. In addition, we save our transfer students up to $50,000 over other 4 year options.  Learn more about your options with Sheridan today by requesting information from their admissions office via our digital portal or via their site.

Students Enrolled in the Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Sheridan College offers a less than two-year award program in substance abuse and addiction counseling.

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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).