Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling at Palo Verde College in Blythe, CA
Total Graduates
91
Class of 2025
Male Graduates
98%
89 of 91
Female Graduates
2%
2 of 91
Annual Tuition & Fees
$1,380
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Palo Verde College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol and Drug Studies Certificate of Achievement | 14% | — | — | — |
| Alcohol and Drug Studies Specialist I, Certificate of Career Preparation | 53% | — | — | — |
| Alcohol and Drug Studies Specialist II, Certificate of Career Preparation | 88% | — | — | — |
In the Alcohol and Drug Studies Certificate of Achievement program at Palo Verde College, 14% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Alcohol and Drug Studies Specialist I, Certificate of Career Preparation program at Palo Verde College, 53% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Alcohol and Drug Studies Specialist II, Certificate of Career Preparation program at Palo Verde College, 88% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$105,620
10-Year Job Growth
+17.3%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC: 25-1071 | $84,496 | +17.3% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Mental Health Counselors
SOC: 21-1014 | N/A | 0% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
SOC: 21-1011 | N/A | 0% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$79,215
Peak Salary
$132,025
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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