Get the Skills to Become an Addiction and Recovery Specialist
15-Week* Addiction and Recovery Specialist Training Program in British Columbia
Addiction and Recovery Specialists work with clients from diverse backgrounds who have addiction disorders such as drug, alcohol and gambling addictions. As an Addiction and Recovery Specialist, your everyday activities include providing counseling, support, and crisis identification among other important tasks.
If you’re interested in playing an important role in a person’s recovery process, training to become an Addiction and Recovery Specialist could be an excellent opportunity for you.
The best way to see if Cambria College is the right fit for you is to come in and visit the school. You can tour our facilities, and meet with both students and instructors. Book an Appointment Now or Get more info.
Becoming a Qualified Addiction and Recovery Specialist
Upon completion of this program, students will seek employment with family social service agencies, community mental health centres, facilities for the physically and developmentally disabled, group homes, drop-in centres, life skill programs, outreach services, and supported housing initiatives.
This program is eligible for up to $3,000 in scholarships.
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Program Fees
Domestic Students:
- Application Fee: $250
- Assessment Fee: $100
- Tuition: $3,975
- Textbooks: $325
Total: $4,650
International Students:
- Application Fee: $500
- Assessment Fee: $100
- Tuition: $5,175
- Textbooks: $325
Total: $6,100
Career Opportunities
Upon completion of this program, students will seek career opportunities as:
- Family social service worker
- Community mental health worker
- Resident support worker
- Addiction and counselling support worker
- Women shelter worker
Designed to prepare graduates for NOC 4212. This program is approved by the Private Training Institution Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.
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If you’re interested in learning more about a career as an Addiction and Recovery Specialist and exploring whether Cambria College is right for you, fill out the form on this page to receive more information.
For immediate questions, call your nearest Cambria College location today.
Richmond: (604) 242-4000
Surrey: (604) 416-5522
Vancouver: (604) 428-7500
Victoria: (778) 265-7547
*Program length when completed in normal time