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Certificate E0972
This certificate provides academic preparation that meets the 90 hour coursework requirement to begin work in the addiction treatment field in the State of California. This certificate meets the requirements of AB 2473.
Required Courses
- Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
SOC Career Code: 21-1011.00Counsel 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.
Typical Hourly Salary$22.69The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$61,582.84Annual Job Openings9,094Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages
- Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
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