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CHC43215

Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs

Study Method
Online, Virtual
Institution
Upskilled Pty Ltd
Recognition
Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date
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  • $0 Set-up Fee Payment Plan Available

  • March Special: Save 40% when you pay upfront

  • Government Funding is NOT available for this course

  • Only Australian Citizens and Residents can apply for this course. We are not CRICOS registered and CANNOT accept International Student Visa Holders (Subclass 500)

Course Overview

CHC43215 – Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs is a nationally recognised qualification that prepares you to support people impacted by alcohol and other drug (AOD) use through early intervention, education, and recovery-focused practice.

If you’re aiming for roles such as an AOD support worker, case worker, or community outreach officer, this course provides the practical skills and knowledge to address complex client needs. You’ll build capability in person-centred support, risk assessment, behaviour change, and working effectively across community services and health care settings.

What you’ll learn

This qualification develops the practical knowledge and interpersonal skills needed to support people affected by alcohol and other drug (AOD) use. With a strong focus on person-centred care and harm minimisation, you’ll learn to:

  • Assess and respond to clients affected by AOD use
    Provide informed, compassionate, and effective support based on individual needs.

  • Deliver individualised AOD interventions and treatment plans
    Apply best-practice strategies aligned with harm-reduction approaches.

  • Use trauma-informed and culturally safe practices
    Work respectfully and effectively with diverse client groups and communities.

  • Collaborate with other professionals and services
    Coordinate care and connect clients with the right supports for holistic outcomes.

  • Manage challenging behaviours and complex needs
    Respond safely and professionally in high-risk or heightened situations.

  • Support recovery and relapse prevention
    Help clients build strategies for long-term change and community reintegration.

  • Work within legal and ethical frameworks
    Maintain confidentiality, accountability, and professional standards in all settings.

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Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Case Worker (Community Services)

  • Community Rehabilitation and Support Worker

  • Detoxification Worker

  • Drug and Alcohol Community Support Worker

  • Drug and Alcohol Worker

  • Family Support Worker

  • Mental Health Outreach Worker

  • Support Worker (Community Services)

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Recognition

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This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location

Duration Study Load

  • 12-18 months

  • 80 hours work placement

Delivery

100% Online

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. To make sure you get the most out of training with us, the following enrolment process applies:

  • Once you have inquired, one of our friendly Education Consultants will contact you to ensure you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification.

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Course Features

By choosing Upskilled’s CHC43215 Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs, you’ll gain access to resources that enhance your online learning experience, making it interactive and engaging:

  • Career Guidance: Benefit from expert career advice provided by our trainers as you study.

  • Health Job Portal: Connect directly with employers seeking your new skills

  • MyUpskilled Platform: Access course materials through our customised learning platform.

  • Student Support: Get help from our dedicated Australian-based support team.

  • Specialist Trainers: Learn from experts with decades of industry experience.

Work Placement

For the CHC43215 – Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs, the work placement requirements are as follows:

  • You will need to undertake a minimum of 80 hours of work placement in a suitable Counselling or Community Services Environment.

Upskilled will secure your work placement, ensuring we can provide an environment where you can succeed in the course.

During your placement, an Upskilled workplace assessor will visit you to observe you performing some of your assessment tasks.

Recognition Of Prior Learning

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer (CT) with supporting evidence of prior education or work experience. This can reduce your study load or course duration. Speak with your Education Consultant before enrolment for details, or download the application from MyUpskilled after enrolment. A trainer will assess your eligibility.

Assessment

This course will have you undertake summative and formative assessments, write reports and/or create a portfolio, and participate in role-playing scenarios. You’ll also be working on a variety of projects that require your own research as well as answering various written/oral questions that apply the theory you learn into practice.

Subjects

CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work respectfully with people from diverse social and cultural groups and situations, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. This unit applies to all workers. The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.

CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety

The unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety issues in the workplace, model cultural safety in own work practice, and develop strategies to enhance cultural safety. This unit applies to people working in a broad range of roles including those involved in direct client service, program planning, development and evaluation contexts. The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.

CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and work within the legal and ethical frameworks that apply to an individual job role. This unit applies to community services and health workers who play a proactive role in identifying and meeting their legal and ethical responsibilities. The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.

CHCCOM002 Use communication to build relationships

This unit describes the skills and knowledge to apply specific communication techniques to establish, build and maintain relationships with clients, colleagues and other stakeholders based on respect and trust. This unit applies to work across a range of workplace contexts where workers at all levels may communicate with individuals and/or groups both in person and in writing.

CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify networking and collaboration needs and develop formal and informal partnerships to enhance service delivery and improve professional practice. This unit applies to work in all industry sectors, and to individuals who take pro-active responsibility for improving collaboration between workers and organisations.

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Payment Options

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You pay: $3300

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About Upskilled Pty Ltd

Upskilled is a leading Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO 40374) dedicated to helping individuals and businesses achieve their career and learning goals. Specialising in nationally recognised qualifications and short courses, Upskilled delivers flexible, online training designed to equip learners with practical, workplace-ready skills.Through its innovative learning platform, MyUpskilled, and support from industry-experienced trainers, students benefit from engaging, career-focused education that aligns with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). With strong partnerships across technology, business, and community sectors—including Microsoft, LinkedIn Learning and more—Upskilled ensures its courses remain industry-relevant and future-focused.Committed to accessibility, Upskilled offers competitive fees and payment plan options, making education more attainable for a wide range of learners. Recognised with awards for excellence in online learning, Upskilled continues to empower people to upskill, reskill, and stay ahead in a rapidly changing workforce.Upskilled Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 40374)

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