Program Overview for Substance Use Disorder Professional |
ETP eligible | yes |
School | Whatcom Community College |
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Program description | This AAS degree prepares students to counsel individuals and families with substance use disorders as a substance use disorder professional (formerly chemical dependency professional) in Washington. Courses are designed to meet the topics specific to alcohol and drug addicted individuals required by the Washington Administrative Code (246-811-030). General and Behavioral Health specialty options available. |
Financial Information |
Tuition | Average $2,090/qtr (WA resident), including tuition, fees, books, supplies, etc. |
Tuition per credit | $122.05 (1-10 credits) $57.46 (11-18 credits) $104.12 (19+ credits) (WA Resident) |
Total program tuition | $12,240 (WA resident), including tuition, fees, books, supplies, etc. |
Fees | $3.50/credit up to 10 credits (technology fee), $2.50/credit up to 10 credits (educational services fee), $6.32/credit up to 15 credits (recreation center fee), $20/qtr (bus pass), $25 application fee, $11 background check fee |
Books and materials | Average $250/qtr |
Supplies, tools, uniform | Estimate $50 (general academic supplies) |
Program Information |
Length of training | 2 Years (7 quarters) |
Award type | AAS |
Credits | 90 |
Locations offered |
some courses online |
Offered evenings/weekends | yes |
Offered online | some courses online |
Certification/license required to work in this field | yes Substance Use Disorder Professional |
Certification/license obtained as part of training program | no
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Certification/license test preparation provided | no
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