Prepare to meet today’s growing need for skilled and compassionate counselors specializing in the field of alcohol and drugs.

  • Academic Division: Behavioral Sciences and Law & Social Justice
  • Program Type: Associate of Science (A.S.)
  • Campus: Cumberland, Gloucester
  • Career Interest: Health & Wellbeing
  • Time Commitment: Two-years
  • Special Categories: New Program
  • Financial Aid Eligible
  • Accreditation: MSCHE
  • CIP Code 51.1501

Program Learning Outcomes

In today's society there is a growing vital need for compassionate counselors specializing in the field of alcohol and drugs. The program enhances your natural ability to interact with others, and that capacity is refined into a valuable skill with rewarding professional opportunities. You will receive the practical and theoretical education necessary for success, professionally or at a four-year college. The New Jersey Department of Labor Workforce Development, Labor Market Demand Occupation list on Substance Abuse Counseling indicates a growing employment demand in the field of alcohol and drug counseling. The future trend indicates increase in this field of counseling. This program is designed for students who have an interest in becoming compassionate counselors specializing in the field of alcohol and drugs.

  • Students who have completed the program should be able to:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of alcohol and drug abuse
  • Identify and analyze the chronic effects of abuses and addictions associated with alcohol and drugs
  • Identify prevention methods and interventions for alcohol and drug addictions
  • Conduct a mock interview with a person associated with alcohol or drug abuse
  • Demonstrate professional/ethical responsibility in legal and cultural issues
  • Locate, retrieve & critically evaluate information and information sources
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Enrollment Instructions

This program is new to the Gloucester campus for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Ready to start this program?

Summer sessions are still enrolling with sessions beginning June 22 and July 13.

Apply today!

Education Unique to Each Student

The support and guidance I have received from faculty, staff, and my fellow students has been nothing but astronomical. I’m so thankful for the knowledge and skills I have gained during my time at RCSJ.

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