The Salvation Army Booth College

• DurationThis is an online course with a flexible study plan, delivered via our online portal, Booth Online. You will have a maximum of two years from enrolment to complete 22 units of study, plus the work experience component.
• Date2025 Enrolment Intake:
  21 April - 5 May
  Course start date: 19 May
• Delivery ModeOnline + Optional Work Experience
• Trainer(s) Cassandra Makin | Teresia Kanyi
• Fees$6,825 AUD
  This fee includes all learning and assessment resources, work experience assistance, online support and assessment services for a period of two years.

Government funded positions may be available for this course. For more information and to check your eligibility click here.

Course fee reductions and subsidies may also apply for personnel of The Salvation Army. More information is available in the Personnel Development Policy here.

Who should consider this training?

This qualification is suitable for individuals already working in an Alcohol and Other Drugs support environment, who want to develop their skills and knowledge.

3 Important Things to Know

1. You have two years to complete this online course.

This is an online course with a flexible study plan, delivered via our online portal, Booth Online. You will have a maximum of two years from enrolment to complete this course.

2. Work experience in an Alcohol and Other Drugs setting is recommended.

To gain the most from this course and successfully complete the course work, we recommend work experience in an Alcohol and Other Drugs setting. This will assist you to gain an understanding of the sector and better develop practical skills and complete assessments.

3. Approximately 16 hours a week should be set aside for study.

We recommend students allocate a minimum of 16 hours per week to work through the Learner Guides, online activities and assessments.

Additional Information

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification. However, in order to ensure that the applicant is enrolled in the most suitable and appropriate course of study they will be required to complete a pre-enrolment evaluation, as part of the Online Enrolment Application.

This course is open to Australian residents. Unfortunately, we are not registered to accept international students. The eligibility of students will be confirmed during enrolment.  

Course Structure

The CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs is a competency-based course which requires 22 units for the qualification (16 core units and 6 elective units). Note: the HLTAID011 Provide First Aid unit, is one of the core units in the course for which you are required to have a valid First Aid Certificate (HLTAID003 or HLTAID011) from an external provider. This unit will not be delivered as part of the program.

Refer to the Units Tab above for a full list of units available at Eva Burrows College for this course.

Work Experience

Whether you are already working in the Alcohol and Other Drugs sector or are looking to move into the industry, work experience will give you an invaluable opportunity to put your course theory into practice.

If you are not currently working in the industry, you have the flexibility of identifying a work experience opportunity or our Placement Officer can assist you. Due to the ever-changing demands placed on organisations it is not possible for the college to guarantee a suitable work experience opportunity. For further information email the Course Coordinator.

Career Opportunities

Drug and Alcohol workers provide support to people in the community with drug and alcohol issues. These services can include assessment, intervention and counselling. They may also act as advocates by promoting awareness of drug and alcohol services and health education. On graduation some of the career prospects could include:

- Rehabilitation Counsellor
- Alcohol and Other Drugs Support Worker
- Parole Officer
- Welfare Worker
- Youth Worker

Learn more

For more details about this course click on the Course Information Brochure below.

Ready to Apply?

To register your interest, email vtoenquiries@ebc.edu.au. The 2025 Enrolment Intake for this course is:

- 21 April-5 May

An online enrolment application link will be emailed to you once the intake opens. 

Core

• 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 drugs 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

Elective

• CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients

• CHCAOD002 Work with clients who are intoxicated

• CHCAOD005 Provide alcohol and other drugs withdrawal services

• CHCCSM004 Coordinate complex case requirements

• CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance

• HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment

One qualification – three pathways

For information on this course or any other Vocational Training courses email vtoenquiries@ebc.edu.au