About
Counsel 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.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$53.7k
Annual median Salary
Education
Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
41%
Master's degree
24%
High school diploma or equivalent
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Addictions Counselor
Chemical Dependency Counselor (CD Counselor)
Counselor
Substance Abuse Counselor (SA Counselor)