text: how do i become a licensed substance abuse councelor and life coach? i would also like to have some type of degree in business without it taking 100 years to accomplish. are there any schools that have all 3 of these courses? what schools do you recommend and are there any christian schools that have these programs as well? i've found the web courses offered are pretty good, on your time schedule and inexpensive if you are disciplined.  for coaching i've done the coach training institute.  can't help you on the substance abuse because i believe that's a therapy issue and outside of the scope of coaching.  you could specialize in post-substance abuse coaching without an issue.  i'd be happy to answer any other questions you may have.