Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs

CHC53215Hader Institute of Education (RTO 45162)

Duration

Up to 12 monthsself-paced

Study mode

Online

Next start date

Anytime

Recognition

This course meets Australian Qualifications Framework standards.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. However, you will need to:

Be at least 18 years of age
Have completed Year 12 OR a Certificate IV level qualification
Have suitable language, literacy and numeracy skills
Have sound computer skills
Have access to a laptop and internet

Where is this course offered?

This course is delivered online, so you can:

Study from anywhere and choose when you want to fit study into your week
Access all study materials, assessments, and student support services
Achieve the same qualification as someone studying in a classroom

Find out more about online courses and the benefits of studying online.

What you’ll learn

In this course you will learn to:

Provide systems advocacy services
Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drug issues
Provide interventions for people with alcohol and other drug issues
Develop strategies for alcohol and other drug relapse prevention and management
Establish and manage client relationships
Work effectively in trauma informed care
Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drug issues
Research and apply evidence to practice

Enquire with Hader Institute of Education or visit their website to find out more about the course content, units, and what you’ll learn.

Course price

The course price can vary depending on a few factors, including:

Whether the institution offers subsidies, concessions, or government loans and your eligibility to receive them
Your previous study and work experience
Your unit selections

Enquire with Hader Institute of Education or visit their website to find out more about the course price for you.

What to know before you apply

To help you decide if this is the right course for you, Hader Institute of Education can provide you with more information about:

Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may be able to get credit or RPL for some units of this course based on your previous studies and work experience. This means the duration of the course may be reduced.

Enquire with Hader Institute of Education or visit their website to find out more about Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Support and delivery

When you study with Hader Institute, you will:

Have an orientation and welcome meeting with a Learning Support Officer to ensure you have everything you need to successfully complete your studies
Learn from experts who all have years of experience in community services
Access support and guidance through Learning Support Meetings with trainers and a community Facebook group
Have the opportunity to gain real-world experience by completing your placement in Hader Clinic's fully operational rehabilitation centres