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Certificate IV|Nationally Recognised Training

Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs

CHC43215

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Duration6 Months
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ModeBlended
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StartEnroll Anytime
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Placement80 hours

Course Overview

This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide services and interventions to clients with alcohol and other drug dependency issues and related concerns.

Hammond Institute is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that delivers Nationally Recognised Training (NRT), ensuring our courses meet national quality standards. This means the qualification you earn with us is recognised and respected by employers and education providers across Australia.

Career Outcomes

Alcohol and Drug Worker
Outreach Worker
Case Manager
Rehabilitation Support Worker

Industry Snapshot

$1,400Weekly Pay
StrongGrowth
15,000 workersEmployment
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Further Study Pathways

Diploma of Community Services

Entry Requirements

  • 1Age: must be 17 years or over.
  • 2Undertake Pre-Training Review.
  • 3LLN assessment.
  • 4Computer literacy.

Delivery & Assessment

Delivery Methods

  • Lectures
  • Demonstrations
  • Practice opportunities
  • Group discussions

Locations

  • Blended

Classroom training, self-paced learning, workshops, and placement.

Assessment Methods

Knowledge QuestionsWritten Assignment & Case StudiesWorkplace AssessmentProjectLogbook

Units of Competency

17 units total
Core12 units
CHCAOD001Work in an alcohol and other drugs context
CHCAOD004Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCAOD006Provide interventions for people with alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCAOD009Develop and review individual alcohol and other drugs treatment plans
CHCCCS004Assess co-existing needs
CHCCCS014Provide brief interventions
CHCCOM002Use communication to build relationships
CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
CHCLEG001Work legally and ethically
CHCMHS001Work with people with mental health issues
CHCPRP001Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
HLTAID011Provide First Aid
Elective5 units
CHCCCS006Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
CHCCCS019Recognise and respond to crisis situations
CHCDIV002Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCPRP003Reflect on and improve own professional practice
HLTAAP001Recognise healthy body systems

Work Placement

80
Minimum Hours

of supervised work placement required

Practical placement in AOD support settings. *HLTAID011 Provide First Aid is required to be completed externally, it is not provided by Hammond Institute. Here is a list of organisations offering HLTAID011: Provide First Aid: Australia Wide First Aid (https://www.australiawidefirstaid.com.au), Skills Training College (https://skillstrainingcollege.com.au), St John Ambulance Australia (https://stjohn.org.au), CPR First Aid (https://cprfirstaid.com.au), Australian Red Cross (https://www.redcross.org.au).

Placement Requirements

National Police Check
Working with Children Check

If a student is unable to find an appropriate work placement, Hammond Institute will assist in finding the work placement.

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Key Details

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Course CodeCHC43215
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Duration6 Months
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Delivery ModeBlended
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Start DateEnroll Anytime
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Placement80 hours
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LevelCertificate IV

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