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Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling Schools in Connecticut

In 2020-2021, 62 students earned their Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling degrees in CT.

As a degree choice, Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling is the 36th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling Majors in Connecticut

Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Associate Degree 26
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 17
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 17
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 17
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 12
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 12
Post-Master’s Certificate 7
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 7

Gender Distribution

In Connecticut, a substance abuse/addiction counseling major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of substance abuse/addiction counseling majors in Connecticut is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 24.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.8%
  • White: 67.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 3.2%
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Jobs for Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling Grads in Connecticut

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Wages for Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling Jobs in Connecticut

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There are 5 colleges in Connecticut that offer substance abuse/addiction counseling degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,448 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 6.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 67% of students get financical aid. 25% of the teachers are full time.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,003 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 21% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 83% of students receive it.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,083 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 6.30% which is lower than average. In their early career, Naugatuck Valley Community College grads earn an average salary of $32,518. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
1,384 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $26,613. Graduates earn an average $44,705 after graduation. The student loan default rate is 5.60% which is lower than average.

#5

Post University

Waterbury
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
16% Graduation Rate
13,844 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $29,296 after graduation. The average student takes 4.37 years to complete their degree at Post University. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling Careers in CT

Some of the careers substance abuse/addiction counseling majors go into include:

Job Title CT Job Growth CT Median Salary
Mental Health Counselors 18% $0
Substance Abuse Counselors 14% $0

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to substance abuse/addiction counseling.

Major Annual Graduates in CT
Mental Health Services Technician 99
Marriage & Family Therapy/Counseling 69
Community Health Services/Counseling 54
Mental Health Counseling 22
Clinical/Medical Social Work 11

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