Monday, December 23, 2024

California gives $23.3 million for students to be substance use disorder counselors

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The state of California has awarded $23.3 million in funding for a new program designed to support students who want to become substance use disorder (SUD) counselors.

The SUD Earn and Learn program seeks to provide students with specialized education in addiction treatment and counseling, and paid practical experience working with clients in a supervised setting.