TAFE NSW
12 months
Gain a nationally recognised Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs and launch a rewarding career supporting clients in community-based organisations and rehabilitation services. Learn harm minimisation, client support planning, and mental health awareness through theory and practical coursework.
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. However, you should have an interest in working in the alcohol and other drugs sector, the ability to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) and a clear National Police Check, patience and strong interpersonal skills, good teamwork and communication abilities, and foundational literacy and numeracy skills including the ability to write short sentences, speak clearly, perform basic maths, and use email and internet.
The course comprises 17 units of competency: 12 core units covering working with diverse people, communication, treatment planning, alcohol and other drugs context, needs assessment, first aid, interventions, co-existing needs, legal and ethical practice, mental health issues, networking, and brief interventions. Five specialty units are selected from options including withdrawal services, crisis response, community programs, Aboriginal empowerment, suicide support, homelessness support, recovery-oriented services, family interventions, health promotion, and trauma-informed care.
TAFE NSW is a leading registered training organisation (RTO 90003) with extensive experience in vocational education. The provider offers nationally recognised qualifications, flexible study options across multiple campuses and online, comprehensive support services including disability support and counselling, recognition of prior learning, and courses tailored to meet local community needs.
Graduates pursue rewarding careers as Community Workers, Alcohol and Other Drugs Community Rehabilitation Workers, Mental Health Outreach Workers, Drug and Alcohol Community Support Workers, Outreach Officers, and Youth Alcohol and Other Drugs Workers. The sector shows strong growth with median weekly earnings of $1,340 for full-time workers and opportunities for career progression to diploma-level study and specialised roles in community services.
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