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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.



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$53.7k

Annual median Salary

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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)

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