How Much Do Addiction Specialist Make and What Degree Is Reasonable?
Question by abc1234: How much do addiction specialist make and what degree is reasonable?
I am going to college next year and am thinking of being an addiction specialist, just curious what is the salary of one and what degree should one go for? Could I have more info on the classes I would need to take, ect.
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Answer by John
It depends on the center for addiction treatment you choose. If you are in an upscale rehab like Promises in Malibu it can pay quite handsomely. Other places it is practically on a volunteer basis.
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