Online Diploma · Alcohol And Other Drugs

How to Get Started in AOD Work

You might be set on making AOD work your career. The diploma covers client needs, treatment plans, and relapse prevention. Study online with live sessions and trainer support.

From $77per week, interest-free
12 Monthsonline study
Onlineblended delivery
No Examstraditional exams
RTO 45162training provider
At a Glance

Course Snapshot

Study AreaAlcohol and Other Drugs
CourseCHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs
Duration12 Months online
Study ModeOnline blended delivery model
TasksWritten tasks, case studies and practical activities
PlacementNo mandatory work placement
PaymentsFrom $77 per week
Comes with
  • Nationally recognised training
  • Weekly live Zoom sessions
  • Monthly one-on-one mentoring
  • Employment help through Job-Ready
Who It’s For

Why Do This Course

Start A Support Career

Move into alcohol and other drugs support with a recognised diploma. Learn treatment planning, interventions, and relapse prevention for client work.

Build On Your Experience

Build on community work skills with advanced AOD topics. Study co-existing needs, trauma informed care, and client relationships.

Study With Support

Keep study moving with weekly Zoom and monthly mentoring. Practical tasks use simulated activities, with no mandatory placement.

Where The Skills Fit

Where These Skills Could Take You

These skills are used in community health, hospitals, rehabilitation, and more. The work includes client support, treatment plans, referrals, and outreach.

Alcohol And Other Drugs Counsellor

Client support, treatment plans, and counselling in health and rehabilitation services.

Alcohol And Other Drugs Case Manager

Coordinate supports and plans across community health and corrections services.

Drug And Alcohol Outreach Worker

Support people through outreach programs and community health services.

Community Rehabilitation Support Worker

Support recovery in residential rehabilitation and community services.

Dual Diagnosis Practitioner

Work with co-existing mental health and alcohol and drug needs.

Roles where these skills are useful, not promised outcomes. Every role is different, and some need more study or experience.

The Course

What You'll Learn

Core and elective units cover client support, safety, and community work.

01
Alcohol And Drug Support
Skills for client needs, plans, interventions, and relapse prevention.
CHCAOD001 Work in an Alcohol and Other Drugs Context
CHCAOD004 Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCAOD006 Provide interventions for people with alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCAOD007 Develop strategies for alcohol and other drugs relapse prevention and management
CHCAOD008 Provide advanced interventions to meet the needs of clients with alcohol and other drug issues
CHCAOD009 Develop and review individual alcohol and other drugs treatment plans
CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs
02
Safe Client Work
Client relationships, diverse communities, mental health, and trauma informed care.
CHCCOM006 Establish and manage client relationships
CHCDIV001 Work with Diverse People
CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCMHS007 Work Effectively in Trauma Informed Care
CHCDFV006 Counsel clients affected by domestic and family violence
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Safety
03
Community Practice
Advocacy, research, partnerships, wellbeing, and your own work practice.
CHCADV005 Provide systems advocacy services
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
CHCPRP002 Collaborate in professional practice
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and Improve Own Professional Practice
CHCMHS009 Provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs
CHCMHS011 Assess and Promote Social, Emotional and Physical Wellbeing
CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment
04
First Aid
First aid is completed externally before you finish the course.
HLTAID011 Provide first aid
Included

What You’ll Get

In The Course

  • Core and elective units, alcohol and drug support, community work, and wellbeing
  • Weekly live Zoom sessions, trainer-led online classes each evening
  • Practical simulated activities, including role plays based on workplace scenarios
  • No traditional exams, written tasks, case studies, and practical activities

As A Student

  • Monthly one-on-one mentoring, with your trainer by Zoom or phone
  • Trainer support, responses within 72 hours on business days
  • Monthly support calls, from the Learner Support Department
  • Job-Ready assistance, employment help and career guidance
Why This One

What Makes It Different

Here is what stands out in this course.

01
Weekly Live Zoom Classes

Weekly Zoom classes give you trainer-led time each evening. Recordings are available when you cannot attend live.

02
Simulated Practical Tasks

Practical tasks use simulated activities instead of mandatory work placement. Role plays draw on workplace scenarios.

03
Career Guidance Included

Career guidance comes from Hader Institute and Hader Clinic. Job-Ready support helps with your job search.

The Credentials

What You'll Earn

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED

Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs

CHC53215 · Hader Institute of Education

A Nationally Recognised Diploma

Complete the course and receive the CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs.

Training Through An RTO

Hader Institute of Education is a nationally recognised training provider, RTO 45162.

Skills For Client Support

Build skills in assessment, treatment plans, interventions, and relapse prevention.

Getting Started

How It Works

Step one

Apply For The Course

Apply online or over the phone with the Admissions Team.

Step two

Complete The Quiz

Take a short online literacy and numeracy quiz.

Step three

Join Your Call

Complete a pre-training interview by phone.

Step four

Get Started Online

Accepted learners receive login details and a Letter of Acceptance.

The Investment

How to Get Started

$77 / week
Pay weekly or fortnightly interest-free, or pay upfront.
Flexible payment plans available
Interest-free weekly payments
Interest-free fortnightly payments
Full refund before or within 3 days of acceptance
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Good to Know

Common Questions

What do I need to enrol?

You must be at least 18 years old. You need work and study rights in Australia. You also need sound computer skills and reliable internet.

How will I study online?

Study includes weekly live Zoom classes and self-paced online work. You also get monthly one-on-one mentoring with your trainer.

What support will I get?

You get trainer support, monthly mentoring, and learner support calls. Employment help is available through the Job-Ready Program.

How are tasks done?

Tasks include written work, case studies, practical activities, and demonstrations. You also complete role plays based on workplace scenarios.

Can I use prior learning?

Yes. You can apply for recognition of existing skills and knowledge. See the Learner Handbook for the process.

Is this course accredited?

It is nationally recognised training. You finish with the CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs. Hader Institute of Education is RTO 45162.

Can I get a refund?

Yes, if you cancel before acceptance or within three days. Cancelling later does not include a refund.

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About the College

Hader Institute of Education is RTO 45162. It delivers nationally recognised Certificate and Diploma courses.

Online study includes live Zoom sessions and recorded lectures. Learners can get job search help, resume support, and cover letter support.

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