Vancouver College of Counsellor Training

Addictions Worker - Distance

Vancouver College of Counsellor Training

Degree:Certificate; Distance; Online
Field of Study:Substance Abuse/Addiction Counselling
Length:24 Week(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $8,624

Description:

The Addictions Worker program is designed to introduce students to theory and skills applicable to working in various community support positions. The program exposes the student to a range of substance abuse etiology and intervention models that include cultural factors, community, family and the individual. The courses are taught by therapists with specialized knowledge of substance abuse, its treatment and management. The program consists of 8 courses over a 24-week period of study, totalling 32 credits. Each course is worth 4 credits, is three weeks in length and totals 60 hours of classroom time. Students may apply these credits towards the Diploma of Professional Counselling or other Programs.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Admissions Requirements:

    • High school graduation verified by transcript and/or Proof of higher academic credentials verified by transcript;
    • Successful completion of the VCCT interview
    Test Scores:
    • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or DuoLingo

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Request More Information about this Program

    *First Name:
    *Last Name:
    *Email:
    *Country:
    *Phone: (include area code)
    *Interested Programs: (up to 10)
    Comments:
    What happens to the information I submit with this form?
    Submit
    Modified on July 28, 2026

    Share This