| Course Code | CHCSS00093 |
| Locations | Virtual |
| Study Mode | Online |
| Length | Six months |
| Commencement | February, July |
| Timetable | One evening a week via virtual classroom plus optional fortnightly workshops and structured guided learning. Training is delivered over 20 weeks, during school terms. |
Develop specialised skills to support people experiencing alcohol and other drug-related issues.
The Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Skill Set provides the knowledge and practical skills needed to work effectively with individuals affected by substance use. Designed for people with existing qualifications or experience in community services, health, allied health, counselling, youth work, mental health or related fields, this skill set builds specialised capability to support positive client outcomes.
You will develop skills in assessment, intervention, treatment planning and evidence-informed practice, while strengthening your understanding of the complexities of alcohol and other drug use. The training focuses on practical approaches that can be applied across a range of service settings and client groups.
The skill set comprises the four core AOD competency units recognised under Victoria's Alcohol and Other Drug Workforce Minimum Qualification Strategy, making it an ideal professional development opportunity for workers seeking to build their expertise or transition into the AOD sector.
Completion of this nationally recognised skill set can enhance employment opportunities across alcohol and other drug services, community services, mental health, youth work and related support sectors.
This course is currently fee-free for eligible students.
By completing the Alcohol and Other Drugs Skill Set, you’ll gain the practical knowledge and skills to provide effective support to clients experiencing alcohol and other drug-related issues. You’ll learn to:
This skill set builds your confidence to support clients in a range of community service settings and strengthens your ability to make a positive impact in the AOD sector.
Classes are delivered online via a virtual classroom:
The units in this course provide credit towards a range of qualifications in Community Services, including the Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs.
Why don’t you come along to our next course info session to find out everything you need to start your learning journey? You can chat with our teachers, tour our facilities, learn more about the course, find out about the application process and get your questions answered by our course experts.
You must be aged 18 or over to be able to enrol in this course
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHCAOD001 | Work in an alcohol and other drugs context | 80 | $0.00 |
| CHCAOD004 | Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues | 135 | $0.00 |
| CHCAOD006 | Provide interventions for people with alcohol and other drugs issues | 70 | $0.00 |
| CHCAOD009 | Develop and review individual alcohol and other drugs treatment plans | 75 | $0.00 |
This course involves accredited units. You will be required to complete assessment tasks to demonstrate your underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes to meet the course outcomes. A combination of written, oral and practical assessment strategies will be used in either a classroom, online or workplace environment.
Where units require demonstration of skills in a workplace environment, you will have the opportunity to do this either in your own workplace (where appropriate), through a practical placement, or by using one of the Institute's simulated workshops/classrooms. Detailed information about the types, conduct and dates of assessments will be provided in advance. You will also be provided with information about the opportunity for reassessment and appeal.
Here's an outline of fees and costs associated with your course.
Your fees each year can be made up of 3 different elements. Everyone has different circumstances that can affect what you pay and how much you pay. :
There are 4 different rates of tuition fees. Only one will apply to you (depending on your eligibility and circumstances).
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT FEES AND ELIGIBILITY
The fees listed below are indicative only. The course fees published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Course fee funding is made available to eligible individuals by the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect opportunities to access additional funding in the future. An accurate quote for this course will be provided during the enrolment process.
| Course fees by student type | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Government subsidised rate (if eligible) | $0.00 |
| Concession rate | $0.00 |
| Full fee rate (if not eligible for govt subsidy) | $5,080.00 |
Some courses require specific resources or materials necessary for your study eg: tools of the trade, excursions, etc. Final costs will be determined upon enrolment.
| Additional course fees | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Course consumable/materials (approximate) | $0.00 |
Once we have processed your enrolment form, you will receive an email with your invoice.
You have three options when organising your payment:
Payments will need to be arranged within five(5) business days of receiving the email containing your invoice.
We also offer a range of scholarships each year which you may be eligible to apply for to assist with course fees.
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This is Free TAFE course. Free TAFE is a Victorian Government program that covers tuition fees for priority courses for students who are eligible for government-subsidised training. There may still be some costs like course materials, uniform or excursions applicable to the course you select.
A Free TAFE Pathways Program is a group of courses that complement each other to help you continue to train for the career and industry you may wish to work in.
For eligible students, these courses are tuition fee free. Depending on the course, you may still be required to pay material fees. The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
Find out more about Free TAFE Pathways Program and eligibility or contact our Customer Service team.
Skill sets are courses that are available free of any tuition fees for eligible applicants.
These courses are not part of the Free TAFE program and therefore will not impact your eligibility to study a Free TAFE course in the future.
Right now this course is only offered at limited locations, however, we’d welcome you to register your interest in your preferred study location. This will help us to plan for future course delivery locations.
This is Free TAFE course. Free TAFE is a Victorian Government program that covers tuition fees for priority courses for students who are eligible for government-subsidised training. There may still be some costs like course materials, uniform or excursions applicable to the course you select.
A Free TAFE Pathways Program is a group of courses that complement each other to help you continue to train for the career and industry you may wish to work in.
For eligible students, these courses are tuition fee free. Depending on the course, you may still be required to pay material fees. The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
Find out more about Free TAFE Pathways Program and eligibility or contact our Customer Service team.
Skill sets are courses that are available free of any tuition fees for eligible applicants.
These courses are not part of the Free TAFE program and therefore will not impact your eligibility to study a Free TAFE course in the future.
Right now this course is only offered at limited locations, however, we’d welcome you to register your interest in your preferred study location. This will help us to plan for future course delivery locations.
