Chemical Dependency
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Our Program
The Chemical Dependency Counseling A.A.S. program is designed to prepare students to enter the field of alcoholism and substance abuse treatment.
Required courses for the program meet NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) requirements for 350 hours of training for NYS OASAS Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC).
Our program includes Peer Recovery Advocacy and Coaching (HLTH 2900) as a requirement. This is a unique opportunity that allows students to contribute meaningfully to their communities as Certified Peer Recovery Advocates (CPRA) prior to completion of the program.
Employers report strong satisfaction with students in practicum resulting in high employment of graduates.
Careers
| The Chemical Dependency Counseling A.A.S. program prepares students for career goals including the following: | |||
| Job Title | Degree Needed | Regional/State Job Outlook | Regional/State Median Earnings |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | varies | Very Fav. / Very Fav. | $39,450 / $39,760 |
| Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors | Bachelor's | Very Fav. / Very Fav. | $50,420 / $51,580 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | Master's | Very Fav. / Very Fav. | $65,160 / $76,700 |
Source: https://dol.ny.gov/employment-projections
Our Faculty
Highlighted for this program: Eric Smith, Michelle Logan
Program Contact
Deborah Beall, ADI Professional Studies beall@corning-cc.edu