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Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs

National ID: CHC43215 | State ID: AWK4

Make a difference to the lives of others

This qualification focuses on providing assessment and support to clients with alcohol and drug issues as well as implementing health promotion and community intervention programs. You will learn about interviewing in the initial client assessment and study preventative, educational and other community strategies relevant to the field.

Gain these skills:

  • Work with people who are intoxicated
  • Provide withdrawal services
  • Develop an understanding of the legal and ethical requirements for working in drug and alcohol support services

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Welfare Support Workers | Community Worker |

Other job titles may include:

  • Detoxification Worker
  • Drug and Alcohol Worker
  • Community Rehabilitation and Support Worker
  • Family Support Worker
  • Mental Health Outreach Worker
  • Case Worker (Community Services)
  • Support Worker (Community Services)

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Community Services, Diploma of Mental Health and Diploma of Youth Work

Course overview

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Leederville

Duration: Six  months

Competitive: No

Selection criteria: No selection criteria

Mount Lawley

Duration: Six months

Competitive: No

Selection criteria: No selection criteria

Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
Leederville Six  months No No selection criteria
Mount Lawley Six months No No selection criteria
Last updated on September 5, 2025