Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs Practice
Charles Darwin University
CRICOS provider number: 00300K TEQSA provider ID: PRV12069
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Our Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs Practice introduces you to contemporary issues, research and interventions in the Australian alcohol and other drugs (AOD) field. This Diploma is designed for those seeking career entry into the AOD sector, or professionals working in the fields of mental health, education, nursing, social work, indigenous studies, health sciences, etc.
Our program delivers the latest evidence-based research to provide you with the skills and competencies to navigate the complex and growing challenges faced in the alcohol and other drugs sector and to meet specific professional development needs, expand employment opportunities and continue to future undergraduate studies.
As a student you will:
- Gain the skills to evaluate and implement current research evidence in the AOD field.
- Develop and expand your knowledge, gaining practical skills and competencies leading to an entry point of employment or increased employment opportunities.
- Develop competencies for professional practice required within anticipated environments in which AOD services are delivered.
Areas of study
Health.
Career opportunities
As a graduate of this course, you will have the opportunity to work in a variety of careers such as alcohol and drugs advisor, support worker, mental health worker or psychosocial rehabilitation worker.
Professional recognition
As a graduate of this course, you will have the opportunity to work in a variety of careers such as alcohol and drugs advisor, support worker, mental health worker or psychosocial rehabilitation worker.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government pays part of the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current CDU fee information.
Admission criteria
Refer to the CDU general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the Charles Darwin University website.
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ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2022)
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- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
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