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Diploma in Alcohol and Other Drugs
Odyssey house Victoria
Diploma in Alcohol and Other Drugs The course is designed to enable candidates to extend their skills, knowledge and understanding of workplace policy and procedures, and to provide advanced interventions. Pre-requisites: Candidates are expected to have worked in the AOD Sector for a minimum of 2 years and/or have already completed the Certificate IV in AOD Work or another Health and Community Services Certificate. 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 a greater understanding and expertise in assessments, interventions, clinical skills, supervision and counselling. Selected units on counselling are integrated into the course as well as more advanced work on statutory requirements and organisational management. Expected study hours per week: 8 Assessment Strategies include: Case scenarios & studies, short answer tests & essays, simulations, quizzes, referral & treatment planning exercises, interviews & scripted role plays. Credit Transfer: Direct credit transfers are available, see our student handbook for more information. 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 Application Dates: Accepting applications now!
Location: Online
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Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs
Odyssey house Victoria
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
Location: Online
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