What Kind of Schooling Does a Substance Abuse Counselor Need?

Question by natanya: what kind of schooling does a substance abuse counselor need?
i live in Minnesota and I would like to pursue this career. what kind of schooling would i need to do? i have my high school diploma so far.

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Answer by d in ny
a 4 year college degree. In psych or soc or a related field with a concentration in your field

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