Substance Use Disorders
Minor
Program Overview
Substance use disorders are a growing public health concern. Opioid use in particular presents a rising challenge. Empathy-trained professionals can help struggling individuals and communities. CMU’s substance use disorders minor teaches you the skills needed to work in prevention, treatment, or rehabilitation. It is often combined with a major in social work, psychology, kinesiology, or education.
Program Snapshot
Why This Program & What You'll Learn
This minor provides a well-rounded education about substance abuse. You’ll learn the skills needed to begin a career helping individuals and building healthier communities.
You'll learn about drugs and drug policies in the United States. You’ll develop toolkits needed to work in the fields of prevention, treatment, or rehabilitation. Many students take the State of Michigan credentialing examination and pursue roles in counseling agencies, court programs, or treatment centers.
Program Highlights
With a minor in substance use disorders at CMU, you'll:
- Help others in your community navigate the challenges of addiction.
- Learn the prevention-intervention-treatment approaches to addressing destructive health habits.
- Gain fundamental knowledge that can be used as a springboard to a career in counseling, therapy, and other related professions.
Careers & Outcomes
With this minor, you can create a professional foundation for a future career in counseling and other therapeutic vocations.
| Career | Projected Salary |
|---|---|
| Patient Advocate/Navigator | $43,548 |
| Community Health Worker | $48,200 |
| Substance Abuse Counselor | $53,710 |
| Youth Counselor/Worker | $30,796 |
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