Course Overview
The Dual Diploma of Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs is a nationally recognised online program that develops confidence in professional judgement, applied communication, and informed practice across community and clinical settings. Through structured learning activities, supervised workplace experience, and real service contexts, learners build the skills required to support individuals with co occurring mental health and substance use needs.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Community Rehabilitation and Support Worker
- Mental Health Worker
- Mental Health Rehabilitation Support Worker
- Mental Health Case Worker
- Alcohol and Drugs Advisor
- Drug and Alcohol Counsellor
- Dual Diagnosis Practitioner
- Psychosocial Rehabilitation Worker
- Case Worker
Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Locations







- Australian Capital Territory
- New South Wales
- Northern Territory
- Queensland
- South Australia
- Tasmania
- Victoria
- Western Australia
Duration Study Load
16 months (15 hours per week)
Delivery
Mode of study: Online Self-Paced (includes 1 virtual teaching session per week via Zoom)
Subjects
About Hader Institute of Education Pty Ltd
Hader Institute of Education is proud to be one of Australia's top-rated online RTOs in Mental Health, Youth Work, Community Services, and Alcohol and Other Drugs. Proven by outstanding student feedback, with a 4.9/5 Trustpilot rating from over 600 students and a 4.8/5 Google review rating from over 900 students, Hader Institute of Education delivers nationally recognised qualifications (AQF Level 4-6) designed to empower you to create a real and positive impact where your community needs it most. ✨You can move forward with complete peace of mind knowing you have exceptional support in your corner. 🤝 Hader Institute of Education's 100% online, self-paced platform lets you take charge of your studies, while our expert trainers and dedicated learner support team ensure you are fully supported and guided every step of the way. And because Hader Institute of Education's support extends into real hands-on experience, students receive Guaranteed Work Placement through SkilTrak, ensuring you step into your new career with absolute confidence.Whether you are launching a new career or levelling up as a leader in your current one, Hader Institute of Education will equip you with the practical skills to transform your life and confidently make a difference for others. Hader Institute of Education also offers interest-free payment plans from just $28/week to make this step accessible. 💳Together, let’s make a difference today.Hader Institute of Education Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organisation RTO #45162.
