Advance your career by applying for a CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs through Recognition of Prior Learning with RPL Fast Track, our streamlined service designed to fast-track your qualification.
The CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs prepares you for a rewarding career in the community services sector, supporting individuals affected by substance abuse. This qualification provides in-depth knowledge of drug and alcohol dependency, intervention strategies, and case management. Ideal for those passionate about helping others, it equips you with the skills to work in rehabilitation centers, community outreach programs, and mental health services. Gain practical experience and make a meaningful impact in addiction recovery and support services.
No entry requirements for this qualification.
Total number of units = 22
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
CHCADV005 | Provide systems advocacy services |
CHCAOD001 | Work in an alcohol and other drugs context |
CHCAOD004 | Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues |
CHCAOD006 | Provide interventions for people with alcohol and other drugs issues |
CHCAOD007 | Develop strategies for alcohol and other drugs relapse prevention and management |
CHCAOD008 | Provide advanced interventions to meet the needs of clients with alcohol and other drug issues |
CHCAOD009 | Develop and review individual alcohol and other drugs treatment plans |
CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs |
CHCCOM006 | Establish and manage client relationships |
CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
CHCMHS005 | Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues |
CHCMHS007 | Work effectively in trauma informed care |
CHCPOL003 | Research and apply evidence to practice |
CHCPRP002 | Collaborate in professional practice |
CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
HLTAID011 | Provide first aid |
CHCAOD002 | Work with clients who are intoxicated |
CHCAOD003 | Provide needle and syringe services |
CHCAOD005 | Provide alcohol and other drugs withdrawal services |
CHCCCS007 | Develop and implement service programs |
CHCCCS017 | Provide loss and grief support |
CHCCCS018 | Provide suicide bereavement support |
CHCCDE004 | Implement participation and engagement strategies |
CHCCDE006 | Work to empower Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities |
CHCCSL001 | Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
CHCCSL002 | Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills |
CHCCSL003 | Facilitate the counselling relationship and process |
CHCCSL007 | Support counselling clients in decision-making processes |
CHCCSM003 | Work with carers and/or families in complex situations |
CHCCSM004 | Coordinate complex case requirements |
CHCDFV006 | Counsel clients affected by domestic and family violence |
CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
CHCEDU001 | Provide community focused health promotion and prevention strategies |
CHCGMB001 | Assess the needs of clients with problem gambling issues |
CHCGMB002 | Provide counselling for clients with problem gambling issues |
CHCINM001 | Meet statutory and organisation information requirements |
CHCLLN001 | Respond to client language, literacy and numeracy needs |
CHCMGT001 | Develop, implement and review quality framework |
CHCMGT002 | Manage partnership agreements with service providers |
CHCMHS002 | Establish self-directed recovery relationships |
CHCMHS003 | Provide recovery oriented mental health services |
CHCMHS004 | Work collaboratively with the care network and other services |
CHCMHS006 | Facilitate the recovery process with the person, family and carers |
CHCMHS009 | Provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs |
CHCMHS010 | Implement recovery oriented approaches to complexity |
CHCMHS011 | Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing |
CHCMHS012 | Provide support to develop wellness plans and advanced directives |
CHCMHS013 | Implement trauma informed care |
CHCSOH002 | Manage and maintain tenancy agreements and services |
CHCSOH008 | Manage head lease |
CHCSOH009 | Develop quality systems in line with registration standards |
CHCVOL003 | Recruit, induct and support volunteers |
HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems |
HLTAID009 | Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation |
HLTAID014 | Provide advanced first aid |
HLTHPS006 | Assist clients with medication |
HLTHPS010 | Interpret and use information about nutrition and diet |
HLTOHC001 | Recognise and respond to oral health issues |
HLTOHC002 | Inform and support patients and groups about oral health |
HLTOHC003 | Apply and manage use of basic oral health products |
HLTOHC004 | Provide or assist with oral hygiene |
HLTWHS006 | Manage personal stressors in the work environment |
BSBFIM501 | Manage budgets and financial plans |
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Certified copies of your previous education, such as diplomas, transcripts, or certificates.
A record of your relevant work experience, including job titles, responsibilities, and accomplishments.
Any additional documents that support your RPL application, such as letters of recommendation or portfolios.
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Step 2After you submit your portfolio, one of our affiliated registered training organizations (RTOs) will evaluate it. If the assigned assessor requires more information, they will contact you. If any skill gaps are identified, the RTO may provide a trainer to help you enhance your skills at no cost.
Step 3RPL Fast Track works with Registered Training Organizations to provide nationally recognized qualifications in Australia. These qualifications are equivalent to those obtained through full-time studies and can also be used for licensing applications.
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