Alcohol & Other Drugs Awareness (Short Course)
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National Code: HUM179
Campus: Portland
Study Mode: Short Course
Enquiries: Contact the Course Coordinator on (03) 5521 0444
Email:info@swtafe.vic.edu.au
Study Area: Community Services
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Important
Who Should Attend:
School principals and administrators
Classroom teachers
Counsellors
Pastoral care/welfare care workers
Parents/guardians
Health care professionals
Support workers
Agency staff
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Overall Aim
This tailored course will give participants the skills and knowledge to identify alcohol and drug issues to create a greater understanding of work practices.
Participants will be assisted to develop strategies to understand and support clients/students with alcohol and other drugs issues. This knowledge will be valuable in updating skills to assist in current job roles.
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Course Content
A brief history of and current drugs in the community
Classification of drugs and models of addiction
Identification and risks of alcohol and drug issues
Individual and cultural differences
Harm minimisation and the process of behaviour change
Dealing with difficult behaviour and managing resistance
Rights, responsibilities, policies and procedures
Appropriate support and referral information.
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Course Commencement
Please contact the Course Coordinator for details
This course is run periodically throughout the year at various campuses. Please register you interest for this course by using the REGISTER NOW button at the top of the brochure.
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Course Costs
Please contact the Warrnambool campus on (03) 5564 8911.
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How to Enrol
Contact the Course Coordinator on (03) 5521 0444 or email info@swtafe.vic.edu.au
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Students with Disabilities
Assistance is available for students with disabilities. Contact the Disability Support Coordinator on (03) 5564 8964. Appointments can be made through reception.
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