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Addictions Recovery Support for Youth and Families Training in the Lower Mainland

CDI College offers this program at campuses across the Lower Mainland.

See if this program fits you

✓ Campus near you✓ Admissions advisor help✓ Free to request info

Why this program

Training built around real work

Hands on learning

Practise real tasks with instructors who have worked in the field.

A campus near you

Train at a campus in your area. We check your postal code first so you only see what is offered near you.

Help from an admissions advisor

An advisor from the school walks you through the program and answers your questions.

Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify.

What the job pays

What addictions workers earn in British Columbia

Starting range$21.00/ hour

Median$27.00/ hour

Experienced$35.00/ hour

Hourly wages for NOC 42201, Government of Canada Job Bank, updated November 19, 2025. Pay varies with experience, employer and location and is not a promise of earnings. Job Bank

Curriculum

What you will learn

Addiction and recovery basics
Supporting youth and families
Crisis support basics
Counselling skills
Community resources
Ethics

Quick check

Is it right for you?

Do young people and families tend to trust you?
Do you want to help people through hard times?
Are you ready for work that makes a difference?

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Common questions

What happens after I send my information?

An admissions advisor from CDI College contacts you by phone, email or text to talk about the program and answer your questions.

Does it cost anything to ask for information?

No. Requesting information is free and you are under no obligation to enrol.

Is financial help available?

Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify.

Do I need experience to apply?

Entry requirements depend on the program. Your advisor will go over them with you.