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Drug and Alcohol Abuse Minor

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Iona College

Program Overview

Drug and alcohol abuse are all too common among youth and adults in today's society. If you are passionate about helping people and want to play an important role in assisting them to turn their lives around, then a dynamic career as a drug and alcohol counselor may be for you.Our minor program fulfills New York State's educational requirement for the Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) qualification. With this minor, you will be qualified to begin the work experience required for credentialing as a CASAC.You will explore all facets of drug and alcohol abuse from assessment and referral, through treatment and counseling. You will gain a foundation in the psychology of addiction and how habits are formed. Our program will guide you in how to counsel not only the individual but the family as well.

Program Key Stats

$40628
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Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

This minor can be completed within any bachelor's degree program at Iona. Completion of the seven courses required can be done in three or four semesters. The minor can be a great complement if you are planning to study psychology, social work or criminal justice,

Career Options

  • Addiction Counselor
  • Family Therapist
  • Mental Health Counselor
  • Psychiatrist
  • Psychologist
  • Social Worker

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