Workforce Development

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 in regard to laws affecting clients, the range of services available to them and health issues related to alcohol and drugs use and misuse.

Delivery mode

Workforce Development offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

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


Locations
  • 3 Evans St, Cooee

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

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

Course fees

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* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Enquire with Workforce Development to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 18 Months
Estimated fee* Unavailable

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 Workforce Development

Workforce Development is a Registered Training Orginisation (RTO 60103) located on the North West Coast of Tasmania

We provide on the job training anywhere in Tasmania and online training Australia wide

Here at Workforce Development we believe a well trained staff is the key to a successful business, let us help to train you staff. We can train your staff in Business, Retail, Hospitality, Comercial Cookery, Community Services, Children’s Services, Leadership and Management, Work Health and Safety and many other customised solutions.