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Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

Role Overview

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. Excludes “Psychologists” (19-3032 through 19-3039), “Mental Health Counselors” (21-1014), and “Social Workers” (21-1021 through 21-1029) providing these services.

Recommended Majors

Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling. Clinical/Medical Social Work.

Related Careers

Child, Family, and School Social Workers Clergy Clergy Community and Social Service Occupations Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other Community Health Workers

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