Turn compassion into action by supporting individuals with substance use disorders with a BA in Human Services with a concentration in Substance Abuse from Southern New Hampshire University.
Note: This program does not directly lead to licensure; requirements vary by state.
Program benefits include:
- 17% projected job growth in roles for substance abuse, behavioral disorder and mental health counselors through 20341
- Transfer up to 90 credits
- Multiple term starts throughout the year - complete your degree at your own pace
- 24/7 online accessibility - attend class when and where it's convenient
- One of the lowest tuition rates in the nation
Courses may include:
Substance Use: From Screening to Consultation, Pharmacological Factors in Substance Use Treatment and Foundations of Addictions. Request degree information now.
Understanding the numbers
When reviewing job growth and salary information, it’s important to remember that actual numbers can vary due to many different factors — like years of experience in the role, industry of employment, geographic location, worker skill and economic conditions. Cited projections are based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data, not on SNHU graduate outcomes, and do not guarantee actual salary or job growth.
1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the internet, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/substance-abuse-behavioral-disorder-and-mental-health-counselors.htm (viewed March 27, 2026). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.