Advanced Certificate in Drug and Addiction Support

Learn How To Help And Support People With Complex Drug Addiction Issues

Start a career in addiction support with the online Advanced Certificate in Drug and Addiction Support course. Learn how substance abuse affects behavior and how to support addicts with best practices.

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Start Date
Start Anytime
Duration
200 hours of study time. You have lifetime access to this course.
Delivery
Study this course 100% online from the comfort of your own home, anywhere in Australia.

Course Overview

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When you enrol in this course you’ll also unlock an exclusive bonus—premium access to a specialised recruitment service designed to connect you with top job opportunities and help you get employed as soon as you complete your course. This unique offering is only available through this course provider, giving you an unmatched advantage in starting your dream career right after completing your studies.

Course Modules

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Career Outcomes

  • Counselling
  • Psychotherapy
  • Psychology
  • Health professions
  • Caring roles
  • Teaching
  • Research

What You’ll Get

  • All the required study materials and course notes.
  • A tutor who will service all of your course and career questions and guidance needs.
  • A certificate officially recognising your successful completion of the course.

About The Course

Start Your Journey To A Career In A Drug And Addiction Support

Be the helping hand to support people that are dealing with complex substance abuse addiction issues, and begin your journey toward a career where you can make an impactful and meaningful difference in the lives of people with drug addictions, their families and the community in a drug and addiction support role. 

Take the first step toward a career in addiction support with the Advanced Certificate in Drug and Addiction, one of the online courses in Australia. This course will provide you with a comprehensive, and thorough understanding of how substance abuse affects people’s behaviour and best practices in supporting the addict. During this course you will learn an abundance of knowledge, from the scope and nature of drugs; legal and illegal, the effects of drugs on the individual and society, why people use drugs, how drugs work in the brain and central nervous system, the physiological and psychological effects of drugs, you will also learn about legally restricted drugs: stimulants and narcotics, treatment and preventative education, rational behavioural therapy, behavioural and psychosocial treatments for drug addiction, treatments for heroin addiction, behavioural therapies for heroin addiction, detoxification, strategies in solution-focused counselling, engaging the client, constructing pathways for change, plus much more!

Ready to change lives for the better? Get started toward your career in drug and addiction support today. Enquire now to secure your position in this course.

Affordable Payment Plan

Want to study this course but can’t afford to pay upfront? No problem! The Advanced Certificate in Drug and Addiction Support comes with an interest-free payment plan option starting from $25 per week. This advanced course is tailored to equip you with specialized knowledge and practical skills in addiction support, making it more accessible through flexible financial options. Want more information? Enquire now.

Testimonials

"My experience has been absolutely fantastic I honestly cannot say a bad word about anything. Everyone on the team are helpful and friendly. I am also enjoying my course alot I cannot wait to get home to continue my assignment or begin the next one." - Brodie

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