Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation
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 drug issues.
Delivery mode
Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 17–23 Sackville Street, Collingwood
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Must be prepared to complete a Learning, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment and Pre-training Requirements (PTR) as part of the enrolment process.
Are over 18 years old at the time of enrolment.
Are either
- working or volunteering in roles providing support to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people or
- working or volunteering for an Aboriginal Organisation or
- a carer for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person or
- employed or have the capacity to volunteer at an organisation relevant to this course to complete their work placement hours/workplace-based assessments.
Have wide-ranging skills and knowledge about Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ways of living.
Intermediate computer skills, including the ability to access and search the internet, use software (such as Microsoft Word) to create documents, upload and download documents.
A National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required before the placement component can be undertaken.
Evidence of some vaccinations is also a requirement including but not limited to influenza (flu) vaccination and COVID vaccination prior to the placement component.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs will prepare you for the following roles.
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Rehabilitation Counsellor
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Probation Officer
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Addiction Counsellor
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Behaviour Therapist
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Family Therapist
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About Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation
The Education and Training Unit (ETU) at VACCHO operates as a dynamic and responsive provider of vocational education and training to the Aboriginal community health sector.
