My boyfriend didn't have an associates at all and got a job as a Case Manager (working with addicts). He makes okay money (27K) and it's a great way to get your foot in the door. A lot of driving is involved- goes from hospital to rehab to shelter to sober house and back to office most days. But he loves it. He is in the process of getting an associates in drug counseling. Life experience is a big plus in these kinds of jobs, more than education.
There are AS or AA degrees in addiction studies or similar areas. However, to be a counselor usually requires either a higher degree or other certification, such as CAAP or CAP. A counselor who wishes to work without supervision needs, at minimum, a BA and CAP (Certified Addiction Professional) certificate. However, these are not usually necessary for entry level jobs.
Note: the CAP requires 6,000 contact hours, so find a job as a tech someplace and start keeping track.
In many jurisdictions one can.
Crisis counselor or psychiatric technician ...
helps people recover from a controling substannce
To become a drug counselor, you need to earn a counseling degree. This would require at minimum a Bachelors in college.
My uncle is an alcohol and drug counselor I dont know how specific he makes but he is living in a 3 story house and he lives very fancy life
In Oklahoma, you can be a Licensed or a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. As a CADC, you will need a Bachelor's Degree, and for a LADC you will need a Master's. There are also practicum and employment requirements that must be fulfilled as well. Check with the OK State Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors: http://www.okdrugcounselors.org
It would depend on where in the county you are. Here in NY with a CASAC one could make around 30 - 40k per year.
You will have to complete an alcohol and drug counseling course, complete hours of supervised field work, and pass the National Board of Addiction Examiners exam. Most alcohol and drug counselors have a master degree in social work or psychology. However, a master degree isn't necessary for certification. The minimum requirements for most national addictions counseling certifying bodies varies. Click on the links at ASACS to go to certifying organizations and find their certification requirements. CAADAC.ORG
You need cetified by the state first so call the capitol and ask for the info.
Contact the provider directly for a list of the accredited course and funding requirements
You would need to visit the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing to practice in the state.
What degrees would you need to be a drug counselor and work at a rehab?