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Addictions And Community Services Worker
About the Program
Guiding people through alcohol and substance use challenges is demanding, meaningful work—and CDI College's Addictions and Community Services Worker program, at six Alberta campuses and fully online, prepares you for it with seasoned professional instructors.
What You'll Learn
- Psychology fundamentals, relapse prevention, and pharmacology for addictions work
- Nonviolent crisis intervention for safely de-escalating difficult situations
- Intake procedures, assessment, and treatment planning—the practical core of support work
- Real-world application through a clinical practicum, with skills illustrated via case studies, dramatizations, and role-play
Career Opportunities
Roles: Addictions Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Mental Health Assistant in Alberta rehabilitation centres, community health organizations, non-profits, and government services
Why it matters: Alberta communities face rising demand for addictions and mental health support, and trained workers who can assess needs, plan treatment, and intervene safely are hired across every part of the province's social services network.
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