Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs
CHC53215
Embark on a fulfilling career journey by obtaining your Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Accelerate your path to becoming a skilled professional in supporting clients dealing with alcohol and other drug issues. With RPL, you can showcase your abilities in providing counselling, referral, and promotion services under broad supervision, utilising specialist knowledge of relevant laws, available services, and health-related issues, to obtain a nationally recognised qualification and make a meaningful impact in the field of addiction support.
Potential Pathways
Obtaining a Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs can open you up to a range of new roles within the community services sector, including:
- Alcohol and Other Drugs Worker
- Drug and Alcohol Counselor
- Case Manager
- Support Worker
- Outreach Worker
- Rehabilitation Worker
- Community Development Officer
- Health Promotion Officer
- Youth Drug and Alcohol Worker
- Mental Health Support Worker
These roles involve providing critical support and interventions to clients struggling with substance abuse issues, offering counselling and referrals, promoting health and wellbeing, and working within the community to address and mitigate the impact of alcohol and drug use.

Evidence Requirements

100 Points of I.D.
Mobile & Email
USI (Unique Student Identifier)
Reference Letter
Resume
Payslips/Work Contract/ABN if Self-Employed
Letter of Employment/Current Employment Contracts
Previous Qualifications (If Applicable)
FAQ
RPL is a process that allows you to use your previous work experience, skills, and knowledge to gain formal qualifications. If you have adequate experience working in community services, RPL can help you get certified without needing to go back to school for formal study.
To be eligible for RPL, you typically need at least 12 months of relevant full-time work experience in the community services sector. Casual or part-time experience can also count if it adds up to the equivalent of 12 months full-time.
The time to complete your RPL process varies depending on how quickly you can gather your evidence and submit it for assessment. However, our streamlined process is designed to help you gain certification as quickly as possible, often within a few weeks.
You’ll need to submit a variety of evidence from your work experience, such as employment records, references and any other documents that showcase your skills. Our team will guide you through gathering the right documents.
The cost of RPL certification varies depending on the qualification you’re applying for. However, it is generally more affordable and faster than traditional study pathways. Contact us to discuss fees and payment plans that work for you.
Yes! All qualifications you receive through Impact Certify are nationally recognised across Australia, giving you the flexibility to work in any state or territory within the community services sector.
Yes, we offer a 100% Money Back Guarantee if for any reason you are ineligible AND have already paid for a qualification with us.
Ready To Take The Next Step?
Take our free 60 second skills assessment to find out if you qualify for RPL certification. Get started today and turn your experience into a formal qualification!