Events

Forensic Fundamentals (1/2 day) Training – September 7th 2022

Are you a Victorian AOD worker? If so, you are eligible for this complimentary training. As part of the implementation of the new Forensic Alcohol and Other Drugs Treatment Service Delivery Model and Victoria’s Alcohol and Other Drugs Workforce Strategy 2018‑2022, three new state-funded forensic specific training courses for alcohol and other drug (AOD) clinicians

Free

Online HEPReady Essentials Accredited Course

Zoom webinar

Update your essential knowledge on viral hepatitis and liver conditions Did you know? An estimated 335,000 people in Australia are living with hepatitis B or hepatitis C. More than 70% of people living with chronic hepatitis B are not receiving care. 1 in 5 people living with chronic hepatitis C have not been diagnosed and

Free

Working with Trauma, Mental Health and Substance Use/Addiction

Zoom

This is an introductory level training that includes three on-line modules released Monday 03 October 2022 and a full day live (face-to-screen - F2S) session on Wednesday 19 October 2022. The introductory level training is interactive and practical professional development, designed to assist clinicians in understanding clients who experience mental health and substance use/addiction issues,

$75
Recurring

Mental Health and AOD: Essentials of Practice

Zoom

Mental Health and AOD: Essentials of Practice October 2022 (Includes a co-facilitated session with people of lived experience) This is a partnership between Nexus Dual Diagnosis Consultation Service, St Vincent's Hospital and Eastern Health Lived Experience. This is a blended training package that includes three on-line modules and two live zoom sessions. This training is

$20

Online HEPReady Essentials Accredited Course

Zoom webinar

Update your essential knowledge on viral hepatitis and liver conditions Did you know?  An estimated 335,000 people in Australia are living with hepatitis B or hepatitis C. More than 70% of people living with chronic hepatitis B are not receiving care. 1 in 5 people living with chronic hepatitis C have not been diagnosed and

Free

Introduction to Alcohol and Other Drugs 

Taskforce Education Hub 15, 16/8 Tuck St, Moorabbin VIC 3189, Melbourne

Participants will be able to identify the most common drugs and substances encountered in the community/workplace and how they impact the individual. Gaining an understanding of the reasons why individuals may turn to substances, participants will learn strategies to communicate effectively with individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The concept of Harm Reduction/Minimisation

$160

Online HEPReady Essentials Accredited Course

Zoom

Did you know?   An estimated 335,000 people in Australia are living with hepatitis B or hepatitis C. More than 70% of people living with chronic hepatitis B are not receiving care. 1 in 5 people living with chronic hepatitis C have not been diagnosed and are unaware of their infection. Liver cancer is the

Free
Recurring

Families of substance: A two-day advanced masterclass in working with families

Online

Increase your confidence and provide advanced intervention for families with alcohol and other drug issues Working with families can be complex and challenging often due to multiple people and perspectives that are sometimes misaligned. This masterclass goes deeper into the Orford stress-strain-information-coping-support model drawing on elements of the Orford and Velleman 5-step model. Learn key

Foundations Of Alcohol and Other Drugs

Taskforce Education Hub 15, 16/8 Tuck St, Moorabbin VIC 3189, Melbourne

Participants will be able to identify the most common drugs and substances encountered in the community/workplace and how they impact an individual. Gaining an understanding of the reasons why individuals may turn to substances, participants will learn strategies to communicate effectively with individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The concept of Harm Reduction/Minimisation

$220