Addiction Studies Addictive Drug Studies

Peninsula College ETPL
Identify basic facts on addiction and effects on individual, family, and society; chemical dependency theory and therapy models; and dynamics of teenage substance abuse. Gain an understanding of effects of alcohol and drugs on the body. Maintain accurate case management records. Utilize knowledge of state laws and court procedures regarding alcohol/drug offenses. Apply basic counseling skills in a therapeutic setting. Explore dynamics of a chemically dependent family. Recognize the relapse process and its impact on recovery and family-of-origin issues. Examine ethical principles and rules of conduct for the chemical dependency counselor. Address cultural awareness as it relates to working with others.

Financial information

Total tuition

$2,348.02

Total required fees

$274.75

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Peninsula College, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Program details

6 Months

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

19

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

Short Term Certificate

Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses

No

Other prerequisites

N/A

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling

Completion rate

69%

Employment rate

64%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$21.44

Typical (median) annual earnings

$40,347.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling

Healthcare and Social Services

76%

Retail Trade

14%

Other Industries

10%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
46
Completion rate
69%
Average number of students who completed each year
23
Gender
Male
36%
Female
64%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
10%
Asian
0%
Black or African American
0%
Hispanic
8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
76%
Multi-racial
6%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
0%
20 to 29
17%
30 to 39
35%
40 to 49
21%
50 and over
27%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
16%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
52%
Some college experience, but no degree
19%
Certificate or AA
8%
BA or higher
5%