It can often be challenging in the ACT to access evidence-based, expert, customised, and industry-delivered alcohol, tobacco and other drug education and training. In response to this, ATODA has engaged expert trainers and educators across Australia to deliver training and education that can be tailored to your service or organisation’s needs. Further training package information detailing what is available is outlined below and included as part of the training needs assessment form that can assist ATODA to identify the most appropriate training package to suit your service or organisations needs.
The training courses below are suitable for workers and services from the following sectors and areas inclusively:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
- Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs
- Ambulance
- Care and Protection
- Community Services
- Disability
- Housing and Homelessness
- Justice Services
- Mental Health
- Police
- Youth
- Teachers and Educators
- Hospital based, maternal and health care nurses
- Reception staff
- Other sectors supporting people who may be experiencing alcohol, tobacco and other drug issues
1- Orientation to the alcohol, tobacco and other drug sector – information and harm reduction (full day)
- Introduction to alcohol, tobacco and other drugs in Australia
- Policies in the ACT and Australia
- How drugs are used
- Statistics and data
- Introduction to harm minimisation
- Harm reduction and safety information and strategies
- ACT alcohol, tobacco and other drug sector orientation and referrals
2- Drug information and harm reduction (half day)
This is a condensed version of Training 1. It is recommended that the condensed version is provided for workers who actively work in the field and are looking for a refresher on some key substances of concern, current data and developments in harm reduction information.
3- Drug information and introduction to screening and brief intervention (full day)
- General alcohol, tobacco and other drug information (focused on specific drugs of concern)
- Evidence for and introduction to screening
- Training in the ACT eASSIST (Alcohol, Smoking and Substance Involvement Screening Test – the only screening tool to include alcohol, tobacco and other drugs)
- Basic information on how to conduct a brief intervention
- ACT alcohol, tobacco and other drug sector orientation and referrals
Services who participate in this training can contact ATODA to gain access to the ACT eASSIST, which is an alcohol, tobacco and other drug screening and brief intervention tool adapted specifically to include ACT referrals. For further information see: http://www.atoda.org.au/projects/act-atod-eassist/
4- Screening and brief intervention (half day)
- Evidence for and introduction to screening
- Training in the ACT eASSIST (the only screening tool to include alcohol, tobacco and other drugs)
- Basic information on how to conduct a brief intervention
- ACT alcohol, tobacco and other drug sector orientation and referrals
This is a condensed version of Training 3. Information on alcohol, tobacco and other drugs is not provided and a basic level of knowledge about substances and their use will be assumed.
Services who participate in this training can contact ATODA to gain access to the ACT eASSIST, which is an alcohol, tobacco and other drug screening and brief intervention tool adapted specifically to include ACT referrals. For further information see: http://www.atoda.org.au/projects/act-atod-eassist/
5- Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs (multiple days)
Through the ACT ATOD Minimum Qualification Strategy, ATODA offers workers from ACT Health funded alcohol and drug agencies full subsidies for Certificate IV qualifications. Allied sectors can engage on a fee for service basis, with some subsidies available.
In 2016, the AOD skill set from the Certificate IV will be delivered through the industry provider UnitingCare Regen (Melbourne, Victoria).
6- Customised training (half, full and multiple days)
Additional types of customised, expert training can be provided according to the training needs of your organisation. Please ensure Section D – page 7 of the Training Needs Information Package and Assessment Form is completed to assist with this process.
Costs for training will be dependent on the length of the course as well as whether a request has been made for content customisation. A quote for the training will be provided once a completed Training Needs Information Package and Assessment Form has been received.
Costs for the training requested will be calculated once the training needs have been assessed and identified. The price of the training will be inclusive of trainer resources, training preparation (for customised training) as well as any requests for further training evaluation (see Section E – page 8 of the Training Needs Information Package and Assessment Form ). In addition:
- Discounts and incentives may be applicable for ATODA member organisations
- Host agencies will need to provide their own venue with a suitable training room and catering (if this is not possible, ATODA can provide support on a cost recovery basis)
- Course materials, including evaluations forms, will be provided to the host agency by ATODA in advance to copy for participants
- A projector and access to a screen or projecting space will need to be provided by the host agency (if not available ATODA can provide support)
- Deposit requirements, payment schedules and refund conditions will be sent once the training course will be identified
Annie Bleeker
Annie has worked in the HIV/AIDS and alcohol and other drugs sector since 1990. She is a dynamic and engaging trainer and facilitator. Annie’s unique skill is her ability to connect with and engage audiences from different countries, cultures and demographics. She has taught and facilitated workshops on a variety of topics all over Australia and internationally: in places as diverse as Indonesia, Thailand, Kazakhstan, Turkey and the Netherlands. For further information and full bio see: http://www.anniebleeker.com
Uniting Care ReGen
ReGen is a Registered Training Organisation that provides a comprehensive service informed by the latest research and drawing on practical experience and insights gained from direct service delivery. The ReGen training team consists of a highly qualified and diverse staff group that offer customised programs tailors to the specific needs of clients, organisations and community groups. For further information see: http://www.regen.org.au
Sydney Medically Supervised Injecting Centre (MSIC)
The Sydney MSIC is Australia’s only medically supervised injecting centre and their team of highly skills trainers offer interactive and specialised training in the field of injecting drug use. Their training sessions provide knowledge, skills and confidence to empower attendees to work effectively with people who use drugs. Their training sessions are interactive, engaging and customisable to the needs of your organisation. For further information see: http://www.sydneymsic.com
The Centre for Community Welfare Training (CCWT)
CCWT provide nationally recognised training courses and are the largest non- government training provider for the community sector in NSW. The objective of CCWT is to deliver professional learning that transforms people and communities for a better society. They offer a comprehensive range of nationally recognised courses as well as tailored learning and development solutions. For further information see: http://www.acwa.asn.au
Odyssey House
Odyssey House Victoria has over 30 years of experience providing Alcohol and Other Drugs treatment and is a Registered Training Organisation. Through its research and training, Odyssey House has a best practice, evidence-based approach to quality education. Their training team have extensive clinical experience and are able to meet training and workforce development needs through tailored workshops across a range of topics. For further information see: http://www.odysseyhousetraining.org.au
A range of agencies have engaged with ATODA for education and training in the past, including:
- Alcohol and Drug Services, ACT Government Health Directorate
- CatholicCare Canberra and Goulburn
- Toora Women Inc.
- Department of Justice and Community Safety
- Directions
- Karralika Programs Inc.
- Mental Health ACT
- Mental Health Community Coalition ACT
- Mental Health Foundation
- Salvation Army
- St Vincent de Paul Society
- Street Law
- Ted Noffs Foundation
- Youth Coalition of the ACT
For further information and to book training please refer to the Training Needs Information Package and Assessment Form or contact ATODA on:
email: info@atoda.org.au
phone: (02) 6249 6358
fax: (02) 6230 0919