Chisholm Institute

CHC53215

Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This qualification reflects the role of workers who work under broad supervision and guidance and provide services to clients with alcohol and other drugs issues.

They can provide counselling, referral and promotion services. These workers require high-level specialist knowledge, skills and competencies especially concerning laws affecting clients, the range of services available to them and health issues related to alcohol and drugs use and misuse.

Delivery mode

Chisholm Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • 25 Kangan Drive, Berwick

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Applicants must successfully complete BKSB assessment with an outcome of exit level 3 (working at 4) for literacy and exit level 2 (working at 3) for numeracy, mature age (over 18 years of age), Student Enquiry and Enrolment Services may refer the applicant to the Community and Social Services Department to assess the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the course.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $18,127 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$18,127
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$18,127
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with Chisholm Institute to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $18,127 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Diploma of 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 Chisholm Institute

We are one of Victoria’s premier public vocational education and training provider, prominently placed across Melbourne’s south east manufacturing heartland and residential growth corridors.

We pride ourselves on our record of providing quality education and training that leads to real career outcomes. Our long-term success means you can trust that you’ll learn job ready skills, and earn a respected qualification.

We are a government-owned TAFE that offers over 250 certificate, diploma, advanced diploma, bachelor and graduate certificate courses, with each course carefully structured to ensure that all of our graduates finish with the skills needed to further their career aspirations. We are a safe investment in your future.