Improve your skills and knowledge in working with people who use alcohol and other drugs

When: Thursday 18 September 2025
Time: 9:30am–4:30pm
Duration: 7 hours
Location: Online

This new full day workshop is designed specifically for non-specialist workers who may encounter in their work individuals who use substances. We cover essential knowledge on alcohol and other drugs, understanding the alcohol and other drug treatment sector and how to best refer.

Suitable for workers in a variety of sectors including health, welfare, housing, justice, child protection and education, we will cover practical strategies to engage compassionately and effectively, how to have conversations about alcohol and other drug use, and how to offer support within your role. 

Learning outcomes

• Improve knowledge of alcohol and other drug use
• Understanding the alcohol and other drug treatment sector and referral
• Improve engagement skills
• Develop alcohol and other drug communication skills
• Understand change and motivation as it relates to alcohol and other drug use
• Improve support skills within your role

Who should attend

This foundation skills workshop is suitable for new, experienced and advanced practitioners in non-AOD roles.

Facilitator: Paula Ross