Behavioral Health Apprenticeship
Behavioral Health Apprenticeship
An Opportunity for Career Advancement with Financial Assistance
Starting as a Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) participants can ultimately work towards an Associate Degree and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor II (LCDCII) licensure. Participants in this program earn $15/hour to start and advance to $17/hour as they complete their on-the-job training.
Intensive, expert-lead instruction, coursework, and on-the-job training to learn every aspect of the job and field of work
Secure college credit toward an Associate Degree from Lorain County Community College
Earn your licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor II (LCDCII)
3100 total hours or 1.5 Years + 220 related training hours
Financial assistance available to help cover tuition costs
Apprentices will earn income from the outset, with pay increases as they advance in their training.
The Ohio Behavioral Health Apprenticeship Program is offered by Lorain County Community College in partnership with the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health and ApprenticeOhio.
Full time opportunities are offered in Akron and Cleveland, Ohio. When applications are open for the fall 2026 cohort, they will be posted on the job board as "Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor Apprentice." Search for open positions by clicking the button.
Apply NowFor additional information contact: Lorain County Community College