Chemical Dependency Studies

Lower Columbia College ETPL
The Chemical Dependency Studies program provides courses to meet the educational requirements of the State WAC 246-811-030 for licensure of Chemical Dependency Professional (CDP). The curriculum includes the understanding of the following topics specific to alcohol and drug addiction treatment of individuals: Pharmacological actions of alcohol and other drugs; treatment methods; record keeping and case management; cultural diversity; health issues; community resources; individual and group counseling; relapse prevention; working with specific groups, such as youth and families; and professional and ethical responsibilities.

Financial information

Total tuition

$11,324.28

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Longview, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Program details

2 Years

Length of training

Associate

Award type

92

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

AAS

Prerequisites

No Selection

Other prerequisites

N/A

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

Chemical Dependency Professional (CDP)

Certification/license test preparation provided

Chemical Dependency Professional (CDP)

Employment performance results

Program type

Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling

Completion rate

40%

Employment rate

72%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$25.71

Typical (median) annual earnings

$49,929.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling

Healthcare and Social Services

75%

Other Industries

25%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
25
Completion rate
40%
Average number of students who completed each year
8
Gender
Male
32%
Female
68%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
0%
Black or African American
0%
Hispanic
3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
85%
Multi-racial
8%
Other
3%
Age
Under 20
0%
20 to 29
21%
30 to 39
25%
40 to 49
40%
50 and over
14%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
5%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
46%
Some college experience, but no degree
29%
Certificate or AA
11%
BA or higher
9%