Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Degree

The substance abuse and addiction counseling program at Adler School of Professional Psychology 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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Adler School of Professional Psychology

315 Falls Ave., Twin Falls, ID

Adler School of Professional Psychology, a nonprofit private graduate institution, is located in Chicago, Illinois. This school enrolls approximately 830 students yearly. The school is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission to offer programs as a health sciences school.

Graduate level tuition is expected to cost about $36,000 annually.

Students may select from several areas of study, including:

• Counseling Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Art Therapy
• Marriage and Family Therapy
• Hypnotherapy

For a complete list of student services, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.adler.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Adler School of Professional Psychology offers a post-masters certificate program in substance abuse and addiction counseling.

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).