Victoria University

CHC43215

Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Gain the skills to make a real difference to people’s lives with a Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs CHC43215 at Victoria University Polytechnic.

This course will provide you with the skills, knowledge and experience to support people with alcohol and other drug (AOD) abuse problems. You’ll learn to provide a range of services, and implement health promotion and community interventions.

When you graduate, you’ll be job ready and have specialised knowledge relevant and transferable in other fields such as mental health and youth work.

Delivery mode

Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Corner of Nicholson & Buckley Streets, Footscray
  • 438–460 Ballarat Road, Sunshine North
  • 235 Hoppers Lane, Werribee

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unavailable $0 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* Unavailable $0

Career opportunities

The Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs will prepare you for the following roles.

Substance Abuse Counsellor

A substance abuse counsellor is somebody who treats patients who are experiencing issues with addiction to alcohol or drugs. Some substance abuse c...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Welfare Worker

Welfare Workers help marginalised, isolated and disadvantaged people access social welfare services and community support. Your daily job involves...

Avg yearly income $82,680
Entry barriers Low

Drug and Alcohol Counsellor

Drug and Alcohol Counsellors are qualified professionals who support people with substance addictions and dependency problems. They help clients (a...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

About Victoria University

For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.

VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.

Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.

We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.