Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Substance Abuse Counselor Certificate

Substance Abuse Counselor Certificate
Bluefield University

The Substance Abuse Counselor Certificate at Bluefield University provides the academic coursework necessary for candidates for Certified Substance Abuse Counselor in the Commonwealth of Virginia: (from the Certification Process Handbook for CSACs and CSAC Virginia Board of Counseling)


Program Overview & Guidance
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Delivery Mode
In-Person
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Delivery Mode
Online
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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree The Substance Abuse Counselor Certificate program is an online program with eight-week terms, requiring the successful completion of 27 credit hours
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Bluefield University within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree In addition to the program, you can double major, or earn a minor along with this program.
Program Successes & Highlights Led by excellent faculty, this program graduates successful individuals every year.
Program Credit Requirements
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Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Substance Abuse Counselor Certificate
27
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Students must complete 9 hours at Bluefield University
Substance Abuse Counselor Certificate
27
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Students must complete 9 hours at Bluefield University
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
AND
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 6 credits may be applied to this program.
Substance Abuse Counselor Certificate Major Courses
27
Major Courses
27
BHS 3103
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BHS 3123
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BHS 4103
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BHS 4053
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BHS 4063
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BHS 4123
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BHS 4003
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BHS 4073
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Applicable Admissions Agreements
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The table below lists admissions agreements between Bluefield University and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.

Institution Name Type Title
Blue Ridge Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Central Virginia Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Danville Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Mountain Gateway Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Eastern Shore Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Germanna Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Brightpoint Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Laurel Ridge Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Mountain Empire Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
New River Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Northern Virginia Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Paul D. Camp Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Patrick & Henry Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Piedmont Virginia Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Rappahannock Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Southside Virginia Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Southwest Virginia Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Tidewater Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Virginia Peninsula Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Virginia Highlands Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Virginia Western Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College
Wytheville Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement VCCS and Bluefield College

You can view the full text of these Agreements in the Resource Center

What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School
Credit for Prior Learning We accept AP, IB, CLEP, and DSST results for college credit if the score earned meets college expectations. If you have industry or military experience, please reach out to us to discuss these prior learning experiences.
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Bluefield University
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
Visit our transfer site for more information
External Link
Transfer Admission Application
Transfer Students - Apply Here
External Link
Transfer Student Aid
Financial Aid for Transfer Students
External Link
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? We are a small Christ-centered university in a small town setting. Our students attend classes on Monday-Friday between 8-5. We offer atheletic and culutural events on campus for students that help roundout the student experience.
Transfer Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Averett UniversityBachelor of Arts in PsychologyBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Averett UniversityBachelor of Science in PsychologyBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person, Online
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Human ServicesAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Human ServicesAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Human ServicesAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Human ServicesAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in Human ServicesAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Human ServicesAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
25-1071.00Health Specialties Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
21-1014.00Mental Health CounselorsCounsel and advise individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health, with an emphasis on prevention. May help individuals deal with a broad range of mental health issues, such as those associated with addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; stress management; self-esteem; or aging.Community and Social Service Occupations
21-1011.00Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder CounselorsCounsel 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.Community and Social Service Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 27 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Substance Abuse Counselor Certificate at Bluefield University
These costs are based on an estimated 2 semesters or 1 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $395 Per Credit $10,665 $0 $10,665
Fees
Course Materials Fee $35 Per Credit $945 0 $945 For applicable courses
Course Materials Fee $410 Per Semester $820 0 $820 Per semester for full-time status
Confirmation Fee $200 Per Semester $400 0 $400 For new and readmit students
Science Lab Fee $50 Per Semester $100 0 $100 For science classes with lab
Private Music Fee $200 Per Credit $5,400 0 $5,400 For applicable courses
Student Teaching Fee $250 Per Semester $500 0 $500 Per semester
Comprehensive Fee $500 Per Semester $1,000 0 $1,000
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Tuition & Fee Notes:
  • Overload Fee for On-Campus Students
    • Charged if students are enrolled in more than 18 credit hours at a rate of 1,160.00 per credit hour above 18.
  • Commonwealth Tuition
    • Flat Tuition of 6,969 per semester for residents of the state of Virginia. Overload Fees apply for students with 19 credits or more.
  • Graduation Fee
    • Graduation fee of $120 is due when graduation application is submitted.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.