Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs

To meet the requirement of the Minimum Qualification Strategy this course is designed to provide candidates with the skills, knowledge and understanding to work autonomously at a day to day level in AOD withdrawal, youth, counselling, accommodation, outreach or residential services.

Pre-requisites
Applicants need to be currently employed or undertaking significant volunteering in the area of Health and Community Services is required.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Candidates may apply for recognition of prior learning for one or more units. Please see the student handbook for more information. Please be aware that evidence submitted for RPL cannot be returned. Applicants are encouraged to keep copies of their whole portfolio.

Course Description
Candidates will gain understanding, skills and knowledge of assessments and interventions used while working with clients who have substance use issues.

Assessment Strategies include:
Case scenarios & studies, short answer tests & essays, simulations, quizzes, referral & treatment planning exercises, interviews & scripted role plays.

First Aid:
Participants are required to provide WRT with a copy of their current First Aid Certificate (Level 1 HLTFA301B Apply First Aid) or above.

The first aid component must be gained externally to WRT at the participants own cost.

Please note: participants are charged only for the units they undertake with WRT and therefore are not charged for First Aid in course fees.

A written case must be put forward to the Senior trainer for consideration, showing justification for not supplying a First Aid certificate.

Essential skills and knowledge in this qualification include:-

  • Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Bandaging
  • Managing Toxic Substances
  • Managing Bleeding
  • Managing Broken bones
  • Managing Consciousness
  • Managing Choking and Knowledge of Coma Positions


Credit Transfer
Direct credit transfers for units a participant has gained previous competency in will be recognised. Please see our student handbook for further information on this process.


Topics include:

  • Historical perspectives and the AOD Sector
  • Drug Identification and Pharmacology
  • Assessment, Screening and Treatment Planning
  • Harm reduction and Relapse prevention
  • Working with Intoxicated clients
  • Facilitating co-operative behaviour
  • Statutory requirements for AOD workers and agencies across states
  • Workplace policy and OH&S
  • Diverse Clients - Gender, Sexuality and CALD
  • Orientation to MH


    • Expected study hours per week: 6-8


    Course Duration: 13 Months


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    Cost: $2275.00

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    Course Structure:
    Subject: Orientation to the AOD Sector
    Units: CHCAOD2C - Orientation to AOD Sector


    Subject: Working with Clients
    Units:
      CHCAOD10A - Work with clients with AOD issues
      CHCAOD8C - Assess the needs of clients who have AOD issues

    Subject: Networking
    Units:
      CHCNET4A - Work with Other Services

    Subject: Statutory Frameworks, Organisations and Policy
    Units:
      CHCOHS301A Participate in workplace safety procedures
      CHCCS301A - Work within a legal and ethical framework
      CHCORG5B - Maintain an effective work environment

    Subject: Respond Holistically to Client Issues
    Units: CHCCS402A - Respond holistically to client issues

    Subject: Utilise Specialist Communications Skills
    Units: CHCCOM3C - Utilise specialist communications skills


    Subject: Advanced Work with Clients
    Units:
      CHCAOD6B - Work with clients who are intoxicated
      CHCCS401A - Facilitate co-operative behaviour


    Subject: Work Effectively With Culturally Diverse Clients and Co-workers
    Units:
      CHCCS405A - Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers


    Subject: Orientation to Mental Health work
    Units:
      CHCMH1B - Orientation to MH work

    Subject: First Aid to be obtained from external provider
    Units: HLTFA1A or HLTFA2A

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