Study Method Online
Provider Hader Institute of Education Pty Ltd
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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

  • 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

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Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual 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

Core Units
CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCADV005Provide systems advocacy services
CHCCOM006Establish and manage client relationships
CHCMHS011Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
CHCMHS002Establish self-directed recovery relationships
CHCMHS003Provide recovery oriented mental health services
CHCMHS004Work collaboratively with the care network and other services
CHCMHS005Provide services to people with co-existing MH and AOD issues
CHCMHS007Work effectively in trauma informed care
CHCMHS009Provide early intervention health prevention and promotion programs
CHCMHS010Implement recovery oriented approaches to complexity
HLTWHS004Manage work health and safety
CHCAOD001 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context
CHCAOD004 Assess needs of clients with AOD issues
CHCAOD006Provide interventions for people with AOD issues
CHCAOD009Develop and review individual AOD treatment plans
CHCAOD008Provide advanced interventions to meet the needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCPRP003Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
CHCMHS012Provide support to develop wellness plans and advanced directives
CHCMHS013Implement trauma informed care
CHCCCS004Assess co-existing needs
CHCPRP002Collaborate in professional practice
CHCAOD007 Develop strategies for alcohol and other drugs relapse prevention and management
HLTAID011*Provide First Aid

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Payment options

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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.

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