Victoria University
15 weeks
The Alcohol and Other Drugs Skill Set is a 15-week online course designed for community and health professionals to develop specialised skills in recognising and supporting clients with alcohol and other drug issues. This industry-endorsed qualification meets Department of Health and Human Services requirements for establishing or extending employment in the AOD sector.
To enrol in this course, you must meet minimum admission requirements including completion of a Pre-training Review (PTR) and literacy and numeracy assessment. Preferably, you should hold a Certificate IV level or higher qualification in Community Services, Health or related field, or have equivalent skills validated through recognition of prior learning. Alternatively, substantial industry experience, on-the-job training and development with supervisor assessment of capacity is acceptable. A current Working with Children Check and Police Check may be required for employment purposes.
The course covers four core nationally recognised units of competency: Work in an Alcohol and Other Drugs Context (CHCAOD001), which provides foundational knowledge of the AOD sector; Assess Needs of Clients with Alcohol and Other Drugs Issues (CHCAOD004), focusing on client assessment techniques; Provide Interventions for People with Alcohol and Other Drugs Issues (CHCAOD006), covering practical intervention strategies; and Develop and Review Individual Alcohol and Other Drugs Treatment Plans (CHCAOD009), which teaches treatment planning and review processes. These units combine theoretical knowledge with practical skills applicable to community and health settings.
Victoria University is ranked in the top 3% of universities worldwide and is recognised as #1 for skills development according to QILT rankings. With over 4,000 industry connections, VU ensures courses are industry-endorsed and relevant to current workplace needs. The university offers flexible online delivery, recognition of prior learning options, and comprehensive support services including special admission programs for disadvantaged or underrepresented students.
Upon completion, you will be qualified to work in alcohol and other drug support roles within community health services, government health departments, non-profit organisations, and private health providers. Career pathways include AOD support worker, community health worker, case manager, or advancement to higher qualifications such as the Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs. This qualification establishes or extends your employment parameters in the AOD sector and provides a foundation for further professional development in community health and wellbeing services.
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