Alcohol and Other Drugs Short Course Online
Take your first step in a fulfilling career helping clients overcome their addiction to drugs and alcohol.
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Accreditation
Upon successful completion, learners will receive a statement of attainment recognising the units of competency completed. These units can be used to credit transfer to create a pathway into further education, such as a CHC43215 Certificate IV or CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs or related field.
About the Alcohol and Other Drugs Short Course Online
Ready to make a real impact in people's lives? The Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD) Short Course is your start to an exciting career! Perfect for beginners and professionals alike, this program equips you with essential, nationally recognised skills to provide client-centered support and promote health and safety in diverse communities. As part of your journey, you’ll gain foundational expertise drawn from the (CHC43215) Certificate IV in Alcohol & Other Drugs, opening doors to advanced qualifications like the Certificate IV, Diploma, or other related fields. Take the first step and start building a career that changes lives!
Is this course right for you?
- Do you want to develop the right skills to help those overcoming addiction?
- Do you want take the first step in a your career in this field?
- Do you have empathy, sensitivity, adaptability and the ability to stay calm under pressure?
Then this course if for you!
What are my career outcomes?
Graduates of this course will create employment pathways toward roles such as:
- Alcohol & Other Drugs Support Worker
- Community Support Worker
- Case Worker
- Outreach Worker
- Crisis Intervention Worker
You will also receive a statement of attainment for the units completed that can be used for credit transfer as a pathway to a CHC43215 Certificate IV or CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs or related field.
How will you learn with us?
This online course offers a flexible, self-paced learning environment, allowing you to balance study with other commitments.
How will I be assessed?
This course you will be undertaking all units of competency online. The learning program includes;
- The course includes pre-recorded teaching sessions, providing an interactive and engaging learning experience.
- You will also have access to real-world case studies and support from experienced instructors.
- Written assessments.
- Multiple choice questionnaires.
How much does it cost?
Study online from as little as $35, interest free, per week.
For more information on the different payment options that suit your budget please call 03 9917 3472.
What will you learn?
The Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD) Short Course provides foundational skills and knowledge for those entering or seeking professional development in the AOD sector. This course includes 8 nationally recognised units from our (CHC43215) Certificate IV in Alcohol & Other Drugs. Designed for beginners and professionals alike, this program focuses on delivering client-centred support and promoting health and safety within diverse community settings.
Our team
Our highly experienced trainers and staff will support you throughout your learning journey. Hear what they have to say about working at Hader Insitute of Education.
Over 20 years of dedication to social services in the youth sector in Queensland.
With Helen’s rich experience and skills, you are in capable hands, ready to journey towards meaningful growth.
Champion of Learner Engagement and Personalised Educational Pathways.
A Beacon of Innovation and Excellence in Vocational Education; Voted Online Education CEO of the Year 2024 (Australia) by APAC Insiders.
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FAQs
If you have further questions about the Alcohol and Other Drugs short course, you can download our course guide or talk to one of our friendly course advisors today!
This course includes 8 nationally recognised units from the (CHC43215) Certificate IV in Alcohol & Other Drugs, focusing on client-centred practices, legal and ethical frameworks, and effective communication.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
- Have completed their education to a level which is equivalent to an Australian Senior High School Year 12 or Learners are required to pass an online LLN assessment test at or above level 3 in reading, writing and numeracy.
- Have suitable language, literacy and numeracy skills to read and comprehend learning materials and perform tasks related to recording workplace documents including reading and writing detailed reports, case notes, reports and other documents, interpreting workplace policy and procedure and reporting hazards.
- Have sound computer skills to navigate simple software to complete the online component of this course and must be able to use intermediate level Word features in order to produce and present word-processed documents/reports.
- Have access to a laptop and internet to complete this online course.
- These entry requirements will be confirmed through information collected on the online application and during the enrolment interview.
This course equips you with dynamic skills to work respectfully with diverse communities, champion cultural safety for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and use communication to foster trust and rapport. You'll learn to identify and respond to domestic and family violence with care, navigate legal and ethical frameworks, and provide compassionate support for individuals facing mental health and AOD challenges. With hands-on training in interventions, ethical practices, and culturally responsive strategies, you’ll develop the expertise to address real-world challenges and promote recovery in meaningful ways.
The short course can be completed in 12 weeks (180 hours), depending on your study schedule.