GCU’s Master of Science in Addiction Counseling program can prepare you to become a professional counselor. With the completion of this degree, you can expect to meet the academic requirements for licensure in Arizona as a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC) or a Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC).
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, substance abuse and behavioral counselor jobs are expected to grow by 22% between 2014 and 2024, with a job outlook that is much faster than average. GCU offers a bachelor’s degree in addiction counseling that may prepare you for licensure and employment, but regulations vary. The master’s degree can prepare you to take your career to the next level or students who have a bachelor’s degree in psychology or counseling prepare for licensure.
Are you ready to learn more about GCU’s Master of Science in Addiction Counseling program? If so, then please click the green Request More Information button at the top of this page or visit the College of Humanities and Social Sciences to learn more.
References:
- “Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors.” Retrieved from: bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/substance-abuse-and-behavioral-disorder-counselors.htm