Instruction is delivered through the InterCoast online student portal, managed under our West Covina main campus. Online students work with the same admissions team, financial aid office, and student services as our physical campuses, with programs structured for California students.
Prepares students for certification with CCAPP, CAADE, and CADTP in California only. Employment opportunities are limited to California since the program meets certification in California only. InterCoast Colleges does not guarantee certification or licensure.
The Mental Health & Addiction Support Services program prepares graduates to work alongside social and human service providers — in substance use disorder counseling, psychology, rehabilitation, social work, and family support — helping clients identify and obtain benefits and community services, and assisting counselors and social workers with case management, crisis intervention, client advocacy, prevention and education.
Instruction is delivered through the InterCoast online student portal, managed under our West Covina main campus. Instruction is delivered through the InterCoast online student portal, managed under our West Covina main campus. Online students work with the same admissions team, financial aid office, and student services as our physical campuses, with programs structured for California students.
Full program overview, curriculum, and certification details →The Certificate from this program is not a license to practice independently. See the full program page for a complete explanation of the certification path.
Learn about the certification path →A high school diploma or GED is required. Ability-to-Benefit (ATB) may be available — ask an admissions advisor. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
BPPE-required disclosure for this program delivered online:
Behavioral Health Assistant — Online/IDL Performance Fact Sheet (PDF)