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elijahjoshua9 Updated 4 days ago |
Show me the money... - 218 RepliesHaving drug offenses and traffic tickets will not hurt you in becoming a drug counselor. I was on drugs for 16 years and on felony probation for... |
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DevinWisniewski Updated 4 days ago |
Addiction Counselor on Methadone - 4 RepliesHello My name is Devin. I too am on a methadone maintenace program. I also am looking into the career field of drug and alcohol counsoling. I am... |
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AIola214 in Los Angeles, California |
Finding a internshipAnyone have any tips to finding a internship. Iv been trying hard networking with everyone I know in the industry and sending my resume around to... |
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Aaron in Milford, Connecticut |
How to get started in this field??I have a BA in Communications and I'm really interested in becoming a councilor/ psychologist with a specialty in drug and alcohol addiction and... |
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chicagocolleen in Woodridge, Illinois Updated 1 month ago |
Private Practice - 19 RepliesCan you open your own private practice as a Licensed Sub Abuse Counselor or do you suggest I go back to school and get my PHD? Know anyone who has... |
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Sally Ring in Marysville, Washington Updated 1 month ago |
Mathematics - 1 ReplyWhat kind of mathematics is involved in substance abuse counseling, and why is it necessary? |
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Someone in Fallon, Nevada Updated 2 months ago |
CADC Cert SA - 18 RepliesI am looking for a job in a state that will hire a CADC. NOT a lic one but a certified one. I don't understand how in one state I can help and... |
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hellokittyaintgotnoffinonme!! in Belton, Texas Updated 2 months ago |
Interview Questions - 2 RepliesWhat type of questions should I be able to answer in an interview regarding a substance abuse worker? It is a panel interview and I just want to be... |
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elijahjoshua9 in Bakersfield, California Updated 3 months ago |
To be the best... - 7 RepliesWhat are the top 3 traits or skills every substance abuse counselor must have to excel? Can you suggest any tips or insights to develop your... |
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lori renee in Minneapolis, Minnesota |
substance abuse counseling friendly stateswhat states are counseling friendly? where does substance abuse & mental health counselors flourish? |
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cornyx Updated 10 months ago |
Entry-level Substance Abuse Counselor? - 5 RepliesI moved from Nashville, TN to Liberty, MO five months ago. I came with a summer internship but decided to stay. I have a Psychology degree and it has... |
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leeza in Indianapolis, Indiana Updated 10 months ago |
Substance Abuse Counselor - 2 RepliesHow hard is it Geting a job as a Substance Abuse Counselor? |
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Veronica83 in New Bern, North Carolina Updated 11 months ago |
Trying to get experience.... - 8 RepliesI graduated in May of 2009 with a BS in Business Administration concentration in Management. I am currently pursuing my Master's degree in Human... |
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gfoto in Chicago, Illinois Updated 11 months ago |
Work experience without a job? - 2 RepliesI passed the CADC test, did my internship, and cannot find a job. If I am correct we need 2000 hours of paid experience to complete the cadc process.... |
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Ahleshia Crouch in Oceanside, California Updated 16 months ago |
Jobless in NC - 10 RepliesI am a new graduate from East Carolina University, with a dual Master's degree in Substance abuse and clinical counseling, as well as rehabilitation... |
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livenmydreams63 in Toledo, Ohio |
License Chemical Dependency Counselor LCDC II , ICADCI am having a very hard time finding work in the Toledo, Ohio area. I am from California originally. Just moved here in November of 2009. Please help... |
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Paul Toth in Sarasota, Florida |
Seeking Feedback from Professionals in the Substance Abuse Treatment CommunityI am interested in the response of professionals to an article located here: http://www.thenervousbreakdown.com/patoth/2010/02/alcoholism-and-aa-natio... |
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Finding employmentI've just recently completed two years of school to be a Addiction Counselor. Also have a BS Degree in Business Administration. Now I'm trying to... |
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vicque fassinger in Cleveland, Ohio Updated 26 months ago |
Getting hired as Substance Abuse Counselor - 5 RepliesI am 47 years old and will complete studies in Administrative Office Professional in 2010. I will have earned an Associates Degree. What other... |
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plopez128 in Avon, Illinois Updated 28 months ago |
Boom or bust? - 1 ReplyAre jobs in this industry on the rise? Are there any sub-sectors that are growing? Where are the jobs? Which places have the most substance abuse... |
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gigantic in New York, New York |
Free Help For Addicts...looking for people who really need helpGONE TOO FAR Do you have a family member who is struggling with an addiction to drugs or alcohol? Has their addiction taken control over their... |
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Ezra in Brooklyn, New York Updated 33 months ago |
Starting out... - 3 RepliesHow did you get your start doing substance abuse counselor work, and what career moves did you make to get to your current position? Do you need a... |
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DrSnipes in Alachua, Florida |
National Drug Court Month Webinars in MayAllCEUs.com is recognizing drug court professionals and their work by hosting free, live online webinars each Wednesday in May at 12noon. Each... |
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DrSnipes in Alachua, Florida |
Problem Solving Courts Reducing Recidivism RatesProblem Solving Courts Okay, it seemed like an oxymoron to me too when I first heard it, but these courts have merit. Currently there are over... |
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jackspar in phoenix |
Addiction RecoveryI was listening to a person tonight speak of their addiction, and they spoke of hitting a 'spiritual bottom'. I had never quite heard of 'hitting... |
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sheila r robson in Oakland, California Updated 44 months ago |
Getting ahead... - 3 RepliesWhat is the best training for becoming a hirable substance abuse counselor? What types of ongoing training or certifications are necessary to be an... |
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Kelcey in Eugene, Oregon Updated 46 months ago |
The best part is... - 3 RepliesWhat do you enjoy most about substance abuse counselor work? What do you dislike the most? Is it challenging? Are there many opportunities to... |
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Lou in Killeen, Texas Updated 55 months ago |
Interview Preparation - 1 ReplyDo you have any tips to help prepare for an upcoming substance abuse counselor interview? Are there common interview questions that come up again... |
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