What does a Addiction Counsellor do?

You counsel and support people struggling with addiction.

What education does Addiction Counsellor require?

University of Applied Sciences (48 months)

How much does a Addiction Counsellor earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 65'000, mid ~CHF CHF 82'000 per year (approximate).

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Addiction Counsellor

Health & Medicine

Addiction counsellors support people with substance use disorders on their path to recovery. They conduct individual and group sessions, develop treatment plans, and coordinate with clinics and social services. The work requires great psychological resilience and understanding of human nature.

Entry

~CHF 65'000

CHF 5'417/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 82'000

CHF 6'833/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 100'000

CHF 8'333/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelUniversity of Applied Sciences

Duration48 months

Your path to Addiction Counsellor

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Secondary School

You are here

Decision

Apprenticeship + BMS → UASHigh School → UAS (with internship)FMS + Baccalaureate → UAS

Preparation

Vocational or specialized baccalaureate

3–5 years

University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor's degree

3 years

Optional: Master UAS

1.5–2 years

Career Start

Bachelor/Master

Starting salary: CHF 65'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics3/10

🔬 Science4/10

💻 IT3/10

🔧 Manual2/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10

🎨 Creativity5/10

🤝 Social Contact10/10

💪 Physical Demands2/10

📈 Career Growth5/10

🔮 Future Outlook9/10

🔥 Demand (current)6/10

✨ AI Risk2/10

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