Alcohol and Other Drugs Skill Set
Change lives for the better by assisting people to recover from substance use and dependency
The Victorian Government says that every year, our alcohol and drug treatment services assist about 40,000 people struggling with alcohol or drug dependency.
Start your welfare career in a high-demand sector. This skill set equips you with core abilities for supporting clients with alcohol and other drug issues.
Career paths may include roles in community-based organisations, withdrawal and rehabilitation services, or outreach support under the guidance of other practitioners. You could work in a health professional role within a rehabilitation unit or provide AOD outreach services.
Once you complete this course, you can advance your qualifications. Further study options include the Diploma of AOD, Diploma of Mental Health, Diploma of Community Services, Diploma of Youth Work, or a Bachelor of Community Mental Health and AOD.
Please note: Students may be required to undertake an assessment of their literacy and numeracy as part of their application process.
Chisholm is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and provides Nationally Recognised Training (NRT). This means you can be assured that our training will provide you with a qualification that is recognised and respected across Australia.
Chisholm courses are subject to minimum and maximum group numbers. Courses may be cancelled or postponed if minimum numbers are not achieved by the start date of the course. Courses may close prior to the start date if the maximum numbers are reached. In that situation, eligible applicants will be offered a place in the next available intake.