| Course Code | CHC43215 |
| Locations |
Warrnambool
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| Study Mode | Full-time, On Campus, Online |
| Length | 17 months |
| Commencement | April 2025, July 2025 |
| Timetable | One day a week on campus (9.00am - 3.30pm) and one evening a week via virtual classroom (5.30pm - 8.30pm), plus structured self-directed learning at a time that suits you. |
This course is suited to people who work in entry level roles which provide services and interventions to clients with alcohol and other drugs issues. It’s also ideal for those who implement health promotion and community interventions in this field. This course will also suit you if you are interested in working in the community services industry or just want to skill up for your current job.
This qualification reflects the role of entry level workers who provide services and interventions to clients with alcohol and other drugs issues and/or implement health promotion and community interventions. Work in undertaken in contexts such as community based organisations, withdrawal services, residential rehabilitation services and outreach services under the guidance of other practitioners and professionals, with limited responsibility and within established parameters.
One day a week on campus (9.00am - 3.30pm) and one evening a week via virtual classroom* (5.30pm - 8.30pm), plus structured self-directed learning at a time that suits you.
*Virtual classroom - a live online teaching and learning environment where teachers and students can present course materials, engage, interact, and work in groups together.
Why don’t you come along to our next course info session to find out everything you need to start your learning journey? You can chat with our teachers, tour our facilities, learn more about the course, find out about the application process and get your questions answered by our course experts.
You must be at least 18 years of age and have access to a computer, microphone, webcam and Internet.
After applying you must complete a written entrance questionnaire.
To be eligible for this qualification you must successfully complete 17 units: 12 core and 5 electives.
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 40 | $0.00 |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically | 55 | $0.00 |
| CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs | 80 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues | 80 | $0.00 |
| CHCCOM002 | Use communication to build relationships | 55 | $0.00 |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | $15.00 |
| CHCAOD001 | Work in an alcohol and other drugs context | 80 | $0.00 |
| CHCCCS014 | Provide brief interventions | 75 | $0.00 |
| CHCAOD004 | Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues | 135 | $0.00 |
| CHCAOD006 | Provide interventions for people with alcohol and other drugs issues | 70 | $0.00 |
| CHCAOD009 | Develop and review individual alcohol and other drugs treatment plans | 75 | $0.00 |
| CHCPRP001 | Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships | 80 | $0.00 |
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | 25 | $0.00 |
| CHCADV001 | Facilitate the interests and rights of clients | 100 | $0.00 |
| CHCGRP002 | Plan and conduct group activities | 70 | $0.00 |
| CHCCCS006 | Facilitate individual service planning and delivery | 120 | $0.00 |
| CHCCCS009 | Facilitate responsible behaviour | 40 | $0.00 |
This course involves accredited units. You will be required to complete assessment tasks to demonstrate your underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes to meet the course outcomes. A combination of written, oral and practical assessment strategies will be used in either a classroom, online or workplace environment.
Where units require demonstration of skills in a workplace environment, you will have the opportunity to do this either in your own workplace (where appropriate), through a practical placement, or by using one of the Institute's simulated workshops/classrooms. Detailed information about the types, conduct and dates of assessments will be provided in advance. You will also be provided with information about the opportunity for reassessment and appeal.
Once you have applied for your chosen course, you will receive a thank you email from South West TAFE with a few steps to help process your enrolment.
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Skills recognition
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Here's an outline of fees and costs associated with your course.
Your fees each year can be made up of 3 different elements. Everyone has different circumstances that can affect what you pay and how much you pay. :
There are 4 different rates of tuition fees. Only one will apply to you (depending on your eligibility and circumstances).
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT FEES AND ELIGIBILITY
The fees listed below are indicative only. The course fees published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Course fee funding is made available to eligible individuals by the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect opportunities to access additional funding in the future. An accurate quote for this course will be provided during the enrolment process.
| Course fees by student type | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Government subsidised rate (if eligible) | $4,015.00 |
| Concession rate | $805.00 |
| Full fee rate (if not eligible for govt subsidy) | $17,255.00 |
Students who are eligible for Free TAFE place will not pay course tuition fees for the duration of their enrolment in this course, however, there may be some consumable/material fees for the course (find out more below). The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
Find out more about Free TAFE courses and eligibility or contact our Customer Service team.
A Free TAFE Pathways Program is a group of courses that complement each other to help you continue to train for the career and industry you may wish to work in. For eligible students, these courses are tuition fee free. Depending on the course, you may still be required to pay material fees. The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
Find out more about the Free TAFE Pathways Program and eligibility or contact us.
Some courses require specific resources or materials necessary for your study eg: tools of the trade, excursions, etc. Final costs will be determined upon enrolment.
| Additional course fees | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Course consumable/materials (approximate) | $15.00 |
Once we have processed your enrolment form, you will receive an email with your invoice.
You have three options when organising your payment:
Payments will need to be arranged within five(5) business days of receiving the email containing your invoice.
We also offer a range of scholarships each year which you may be eligible to apply for to assist with course fees.
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