Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Degree

The substance abuse and addiction counseling program at Mount Aloysius 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer substance abuse and addiction counseling degrees.

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Mount Aloysius College

Also known as Moravian Theological Seminary

1200 Main St, Bethlehem, PA

Mount Aloysius College provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Cresson, Pennsylvania and operated as a private institution. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. About a thousand students enroll at Mount Aloysius College per year.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Mount Aloysius College offers:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Education
• Computer And Information Sciences

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1190 - 1470 on the SAT and in a range of 16 - 21 on the ACT is typical among students accepted to Mount Aloysius College. Mount Aloysius College admits about 70% of students applying. Of those students admitted, around 39% registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found at mtaloy.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $21,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. On-campus housing is available for students, and generally costs approximately $4,500 per year. Students enrolled at Mount Aloysius College may qualify for aid which is usually grants and loans.

The Mount Aloysius College Mounties participate in several athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.mtaloy.edu/home/.

Students Enrolled in the Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Moravian Theological Seminary offers a less than one year 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

Salary & Wages

• Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
  • Total Employment: 270
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.25
  • Average Annual Salary: $46280

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

• Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
  • Total Employment: 740
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $51220

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).