Southern New Hampshire University’s Bachelor of Arts in Human Services with a concentration in Substance Abuse gives you the training and tools to help sufferers of alcoholism, drug addiction and other substance use disorders repair their lives, careers and relationships. This specialized online program is an important first step toward becoming a drug and alcohol counselor.

This program does not guarantee licensure; requirements vary by state.

With an SNHU substance abuse degree online, you’ll be qualified to provide entry-level services to individuals, groups and families in residential addiction treatment facilities, outpatient addiction programs, state drug courts, prisons, mental health centers, community health centers and private practice.

Potential job titles include:

• Addiction counselor
• Addictions practitioner
• Chemical dependency counselor
• Chemical dependency professional
• Substance abuse counselor
• Substance use disorder counselor
• Alcoholism and drug abuse counselor
• Licensed alcohol and drug counselor (LADC)

You'll explore the trajectory of diagnosing, treating and reintroducing a recovering individual to a healthy, productive life. Learn screening techniques, prevention strategies and pharmacological factors from instructors with years of firsthand experience in the field.