CHC43215 - Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs
Details for Australian residents
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- Are an Australian permanent resident; or
- Hold a permanent Australian humanitarian visa
- Are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident; and
- Do not hold a permanent Australian humanitarian visa; and
- Are not a New Zealand citizen; and
- Hold a temporary visa. More information is available on the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) and liveinaustralia websites
Course essentials
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Offered by:
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VU course code:CHC43215
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Location:Footscray Nicholson, Industry, Werribee
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Fee type:VET
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Study mode:Full Time, Part Time
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Delivery mode:Blended
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Duration:1 year full time or longer for part time
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Fees:
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Develop the skills required to provide a range of services and interventions to people with alcohol and other drugs issues. Learn to implement health promotion and community interventions.
This course defines the knowledge and skills needed for support and care workers to work autonomously under the broad guidance of other practitioners and professionals in the community services and health industries.
Careers
Graduates may find work in community based organisations, residential rehabilitation services and outreach services.
Job titles
- case worker
- community support worker
- detoxification worker
- drug and alcohol worker
- family support worker
- outreach worker
- support worker.
Nationally recognised training
This course is nationally recognised training.
Study pathways
Find out more about pathways and credits.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.
Call us on +61 3 9919 6100 to discuss RPL options with the course manager.
Course objectives
This qualification reflects the role of entry level workers who provide services and interventions to clients with alcohol and other drugs issues and/or implement health promotions and community interventions. Work is undertaken in contexts such as community based organisations, withdrawal services, residential rehabilitation services and outreach services under the guidance of other practitioners and professionals, with limited responsibility and within established parameters.
Course structure
To be awarded CHC43215 Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs, a student must complete a total of seventeen (17) units of competency, consisting of:
- twelve (12) core units, and;
- five (5) elective units, consisting of:
- at least three (3) units from the electives listed below;
- up to two (2) units from the electives listed below or any endorsed training package or accredited course – these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome as well as be approved by Victoria Polytechnic.
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Core units
Elective units
Imported
How to apply for this course
Prior to enrolment, all applicants will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment to assist with determining eligibility and to identify learning support needs.
Direct applications due 31 December 2017.
Before applying:
Consider whether you also wish to apply for:
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Special admission: You can request special consideration be given to your application based on your individual situation.
Find out more about special admission or complete the Direct admissions special consideration application - Extra credit for past skills and study - known as Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) or Skills recognition.
When you're ready:
Apply direct to VUYou will need to create an account (or use your existing VU one).
Direct applications due 31 December 2017.
After you apply:
- It’s important to check for emails from us (remember to check your Spam folder).
- Complete any requests for information by the given dates, otherwise your application may not be considered
You can also contact us directly:
- Ring us on +61 3 9919 6100
- Find answers and ask questions at GOTOVU
