"How long does recovery coach in Oklahoma training take?"

"Most paths into the recovery coach field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"How much do recovery coaches earn in Oklahoma?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), recovery coaches in Oklahoma earned a median annual wage of approximately $45,790 (using the related \"Community Health Workers\" BLS category, since recovery coach wages are not tracked separately). Employment concentration in Oklahoma is roughly 0.88 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole."

"What apprenticeships are available for recovery coaches in Oklahoma?"

"In Oklahoma, apprenticeships are typically registered through state apprenticeship agencies and trade union locals. See the apprenticeship section above for current contact information."

"What is the job outlook for recovery coaches in Oklahoma?"

"Oklahoma currently employs approximately 600 workers in the related \"Community Health Workers\" BLS category, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 11.3% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

How to Become A Recovery Coach in Oklahoma

Q: "Do recovery coaches need a license in Oklahoma?"

"Yes. Oklahoma requires state-level licensing or registration for recovery coaches, administered by the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Oklahoma employs approximately 600 workers in the related “Community Health Workers” category (SOC 21-1094), with a median annual wage of $45,790 ¹. Nationally, employment in this category is projected to grow 11.3% from 2024 to 2034, with about 7,800 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a recovery coach in Oklahoma, including certification options, training programs, and salary data.

A note on salary data: The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not track recovery coach salaries as a separate category. The wage figures on this page are based on the closest matching BLS classification: Community Health Workers (SOC 21-1094). Actual recovery coach earnings may vary.

Quick Answers About How to Become a Recovery Coach in Oklahoma

How to become a recovery coach in Oklahoma? Oklahoma requires credentials such as Peer Recovery Support Specialists. The licensing authority is the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services ³. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

Do I need a license in Oklahoma? Yes. Oklahoma has licensing or registration requirements for recovery coachs. The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services oversees licensing ³. See the licensing section below for details.

What do recovery coachs earn in Oklahoma? The BLS does not track recovery coach wages separately. Based on the related “Community Health Workers” category, the median annual wage in Oklahoma is $45,790, with entry-level wages around $34,520 and experienced workers earning $67,630 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Licensing authority: Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
Median wage (Oklahoma): $45,790 per year (based on related “Community Health Workers” category) ¹

Recovery Coach License Requirements in Oklahoma

The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services oversees recovery coach licensing in Oklahoma ³.

License Types

License	Requirements
Peer Recovery Support Specialists

Additional Requirements

Background check: No criminal record prohibitions

License information sourced from CareerOneStop ⁴.

Recovery Coach Wages by Metro Area in Oklahoma

Note: The BLS does not track recovery coach wages separately. The data below is based on the closest matching category: Community Health Workers (SOC 21-1094).

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ( OES data), community health workers wages in Oklahoma vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Oklahoma City	210	$47,950	$52,300	$31,880	$74,020
Tulsa	100	$53,600	$53,830	$41,000	$70,930
Fort Smith	40	$58,690	$59,610	$38,070	$77,880

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May .

Top Metros for Recovery coaches in Oklahoma

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest recovery coach employment within Oklahoma according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Oklahoma City	210	$47,950
Tulsa	100	$53,600

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for recovery coachs in Oklahoma? Oklahoma employs approximately 600 workers in the related “Community Health Workers” category ¹. Nationally, employment in this category is projected to grow 11.3% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as a recovery coach in Oklahoma with an out-of-state license? Contact the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in Oklahoma? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Oklahoma.

How much do recovery coachs earn in Oklahoma compared to the national average? The median annual wage for recovery coachs in Oklahoma is $45,790 (based on the related “Community Health Workers” category), which is $5,240 below the national median of $51,030 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎
Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services - Licensing Information: https://www.ok.gov/odmhsas/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
CareerOneStop - Licensed Occupations: https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-licenses.aspx ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)