Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Degree

The substance abuse and addiction counseling program at Tompkins Cortland Community 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 York colleges that offer substance abuse and addiction counseling degrees.

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Tompkins Cortland Community College (TC3)

525 W 120th St, New York, NY

Tompkins Cortland Community College prides itself as a global institution. It serves as an academic resource for students from most counties in New York State and other U.S. states, as well as for students from nearly 70 countries.

The campus is located at Dryden in the Finger Lakes region of New York State, a rural and progressive region. It occupies a 220-acre land with unique academic buildings and finest athletic facilities including a 1,500-seat gymnasium, field house, fitness center and outdoor fields. TC3 provides a nurturing athletic atmosphere suitable for sports such as baseball, basketball, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball and volleyball.

This college is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system offering more than 40 degree program including Business Administration, International Business, Computer Science, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Construction Technology, Communication and Media Arts. Upon finishing a program, students are given the opportunity to continue higher education in SUNY Colleges and several colleges and universities in NY and around the world. 

Highly ranked for its distance education, TC3 allows its students to study full time or part-time through available online courses. This college also offers contract training and non-credit workshops to cater to the needs of the community. 

With its commitment to provide strong academic foundation for the students, TC3 was honored as a Learning College Champion by the League for Innovation.TC3 also values sustainability and strives to support sustainable activities and minimize negative environmental impacts. 

TC3 Catalog https://www.tompkinscortland.edu/

Enrollment Services https://www.tompkinscortland.edu/admissions

Students Enrolled in the Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Program

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

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• 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

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).