The Substance Abuse Minor equips students with foundational knowledge and practical skills to address substance use issues across diverse populations. This minor is ideal for students pursuing careers in education, nursing, psychology, sociology, and criminal justice, as well as other helping professions. With coursework in counseling, ethics, and specialized electives like pharmacology or drugs and crime, students gain interdisciplinary insights into prevention, treatment, and policy, preparing them for roles in healthcare, social services, and community outreach. Totaling 15 credits, this minor offers a valuable complement to majors focused on human development and societal well-being.