Alcohol and Drug Studies
The Alcohol and Drug Studies major provides students with the academic coursework necessary to launch their professional careers and make an immediate impact in the lives of those affected by addiction. The undergraduate program in alcohol and drug studies prepares students to enter the addiction field or further their knowledge through advanced degrees.
Careers in Alcohol and Drug Studies
Our graduates are prepared to help people overcome challenges in a variety of settings, including treatment centers, detoxification centers, halfway houses, health care facilities, social service agencies, nonprofit organizations, corrections facilities and education institutions.
- Addiction Counselor
- Prevention Specialist/Educator
- Substance Abuse Counselor
- Program Aide
- Behavioral Health Aide
- Recovery Advocate
- Clinical Case Manager
- Medical or Hospital-Based Addiction Counselor
- Community Outreach or Program Coordinator
Potential Salary
Median Salary $59,190
Alcohol and Drug Studies Degrees at MSU
Alcohol and Drug Studies, Bachelor of Science
The Alcohol and Drug Studies major is an interdisciplinary program that prepares students to enter the addiction field or further their knowledge of addictions to strengthen their competency within other disciplines.
Alcohol and Drug Studies, Minor
The Alcohol and Drug Studies minor is for students seeking to support their current major with coursework related to a wide variety of topics in Alcohol and Drug Studies. This minor does not lead to licensure as an alcohol and drug counselor in the state of Minnesota.
Alcohol and Drug Studies, Bachelor of Science
The Alcohol and Drug Studies major is an interdisciplinary program that prepares students to enter the addiction field or further their knowledge of addictions to strengthen their competency within other disciplines.
Alcohol and Drug Studies, Minor
The Alcohol and Drug Studies minor is for students seeking to support their current major with coursework related to a wide variety of topics in Alcohol and Drug Studies. This minor does not lead to licensure as an alcohol and drug counselor in the state of Minnesota.
Credentials
The Alcohol and Drug Studies major provides students with the coursework necessary to pursue the Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) credential through the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy. Students are responsible for verifying their eligibility for credentialing within their respective credentialing boards.
Students for Alcohol and Drug Education (SADE)
Students for Alcohol and Drug Education (SADE) is a pre–professional academic student organization sponsored by the Alcohol and Drug Studies Program.
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