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Career Area: Human Services
Technical Diploma
Program Number: 31-550-1
Offered Completely Online
Approximately 1 Year to Complete
This is based on full-time enrollment. Actual time to completion may vary based on the availability of courses a college offers and the number of credits the student takes in any given time period.
Credit Program
Most credit programs are eligible for financial aid, while most non-credit certificates provide valuable work-related skills on a short timeline. Check with the college offering the program to determine if it is eligible for financial aid.
Average Annual Tuition: $4386
This is based on one year of full-time enrollment for in-state students. WTCS tuition is set by the Wisconsin Technical College System Board in March for the following year. It does not include books, materials or program/college-related fees.
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Substance Abuse Counselor Education Careers

Recent Wisconsin job postings for this degree:

Counselor
AODA Counselor
Substance Abuse Counselor
Human Services

$40869Average Median Salary

Substance Abuse Counselor Education Programs

Substance Abuse Counselor Education Technical Diploma

Advance your career and make a difference in the fight against addiction. If you hold an associate or bachelor’s degree in Health Science, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or Social Work, the Substance Abuse Counselor Education technical diploma is your next step toward becoming a licensed substance abuse counselor.

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive Education: Gain 360 hours of instruction across six key content areas required for substance abuse counselors.
  • Pre-Approved Curriculum: This program is pre-approved by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, ensuring you meet the educational requirements for licensure.
  • Educational Pathway: Nine courses from this program can be applied toward the Human Services associate degree, offering a flexible and career-advancing option.

 

Substance Abuse Counselor Education Part of a Career Pathway Program Transfers Offered completely online Shared Program
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Wisconsin Technical College System

The Wisconsin Technical College System offers more than 500 programs awarding two-year associate degrees, one- and two-year technical diplomas, short-term technical diplomas and certificates. The System is the major provider of customized instruction and technical assistance for Wisconsin employers. More than 270,000 people enroll at a technical college each year.

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