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Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Degree
The substance abuse and addiction counseling program at California Nurses Educational Institute 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 Arizona colleges that offer substance abuse and addiction counseling degrees.
California Nurses Educational Institute
610 N Alma School Rd Ste 38, Chandler, AZ
California Nurses Educational Institute (CNEI) is a Palm Springs, CA, based school that offers Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) and other certifications to the local community. Its mission is to provide quality education that enables its graduates to find competitive jobs in the medical industry. Course options includes: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Certified Nurse Assistant, Home Health Aide, Phlebotomy, Clinical Healthcare Technician, and Psychiatric Technician.
Originally founded in 1976 as a continuing education resource for registered nurses, the original campus was located in Oakland, CA. In 1984, the institution moved Palm Springs and offers affordable vocational training to the Palm Springs community. The most recent addition to its program listing is the Clinical Healthcare Technician course, introduced in April 2013.
All programs at CNEI require a GED or a high school diploma as part of the eligibility criteria; in addition, those applying for the LVN and Psychiatric Technician programs will be required to clear an entrance test.
Tuition and duration of courses vary greatly, ranging from 2 weeks and $700 for the Home Health Aide program and 66 weeks and $29,500 for the LVN program. Three of the programs – LVN, Clinical Healthcare Technician and Psychiatric Technician – are approved for Pell Grants as well as subsidized and unsubsidized loans from the Department of Education. Additionally, the college is also approved for VA educational assistance. In the most recent reporting year, 55% of the 233 enrolled students – or 142 students - received financial aid. This came in the form of grants and scholarships which averaged $4,986 per student.
Students Enrolled in the Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. California Nurses Educational Institute offers a less than one year certificate program in substance abuse and addiction counseling.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 2 |
| Female | 8 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Hispanic | 3 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders | 1 |
| White | 4 |
| Multiple Races | 2 |
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
Students who have completed the Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling program at California Nurses Educational Institute, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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 (
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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
- Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Hourly Rate: $20.29
- Average Annual Salary: $42210
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
- Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
- Total Employment: 670
- Average Hourly Rate: $23.83
- Average Annual Salary: $49560
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, California Nurses Educational Institute may offer services including:- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial courses
- Assistance to find work