Skill set Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 11:29 PM AWST
22/07/2026 11:29 PM AWST
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Awareness of Alcohol and Other Drugs Skill Set
Awareness of Alcohol and Other Drugs Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
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State Code
AF331
AF331
TGA Status
N/A
N/A
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
This skill set reflects the skill requirements for existing workers in the community services sector to interact with clients impacted by Alcohol and Drugs in a positive and meaningful way.
AQF Level
Statement of Attainment at Certificate IV Level
Field of Education
0905 - Human Welfare Studies And Services
Skillset Type
State
Original TGA Release Date
13/05/2025
Current Release Date
13/05/2025
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
13/05/2025
Transition Date
—
Nominal Hours
100
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 13/05/2025 | N/A | Approved |
Pathway Information
CHC43215 Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs
CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs
CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs
CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
Licensing / Regulatory Information
CHC43215 Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs
CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs
CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs
CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
Skill Set Entry Requirements
N/A
Target Group
Existing workers - upskill or reskill
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the Community Services Training Package provide workers with the skills and knowledge required to understand and effectively engage with clients in the context of Alcohol and Other Drugs.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC85 | CHCAOD001 | Work in an alcohol and other drugs context | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AVC83 | CHCAOD002 | Work with clients who are intoxicated | 45 | Unit of competency |