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CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs

Formal recognition for AOD workers who provide counselling, referral and promotion services to clients with alcohol and other drugs issues.
Overview

Get recognised for the specialist AOD work you already do. The CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs covers advanced interventions, relapse prevention, treatment planning, co-existing mental health and AOD issues, trauma informed care, systems advocacy and evidence-based practice. RPL lets your experience be formally assessed towards this nationally recognised qualification.

Drug and Alcohol Counsellor
Provides counselling and interventions for AOD issues.
AOD Case Manager
Manages client treatment plans and referrals.
AOD Senior Practitioner
Delivers advanced interventions and relapse prevention.

Reference: training.gov.au

Professional RecognitionGet formal recognition for your specialist AOD skills with a national Diploma.
Career ProgressionUse the qualification to support counsellor, case manager and senior practitioner roles.

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Is your experience eligible for certification?

General Documents

  • Your identification Documents
  • USI Number
  • Detailed Resume
  • Work Reference Letter(s)
  • Payslips
  • Previous Qualifications (If Any)
  • First Aid Certificate
  • National Police Check
  • Working With Children Check (If Applicable)

Workplace Documents & Testimonials

  • De-identified case notes, reports or plans you have prepared
  • Supervisor or team leader testimonials describing your role and duties
  • Rosters or position descriptions showing your role and hours worked
  • Records of professional development, supervision or workplace training

Project & Work Evidence

  • De-identified client assessments and treatment plans
  • Advanced intervention records
  • Relapse prevention and management plans
  • Co-existing mental health and AOD case records
  • Trauma informed practice records
  • Systems advocacy records
  • Research or evidence applied to your practice
  • Collaborative practice or case conference records
  • Reflective practice and supervision records

[NB: RTO might ask for more evidences based on qualification requirements]

2,500Employed
45Median Age
2,800Annual Employment Growth

Ref: Jobs and Skills Australia (Employed, Median Age) · Jobs and Skills Australia (Annual Employment Growth)

$2,154Median per week
$112,008Yearly income

Ref: Jobs and Skills Australia (Median per week, Yearly income)

How It Works

Once your Student Agreement is signed and your initial payment is confirmed, your RPL journey begins — here's what to expect at each stage.

1
Collect Your Evidence
Using your personalised checklist, gather evidence that demonstrates your skills and experience. This may include employment records, certificates, photos, videos, or supervisor references. Your Navigator will guide you every step of the way.
2
Receive Your Enrolment & RPL Docs
We'll send your Enrolment Form and LLN Assessment to complete first. Following that, you'll receive your Self-Assessment Form and Third-Party Verification Form to work through carefully before moving to the next step.
3
Submit Your Completed Forms
Complete and sign all required forms, then return them along with your full evidence portfolio. Ensure every section is filled in, all signatures are included, and all supporting documents are attached before submitting.
4
Assessment and Competency Review
Your RTO Assessor will review and map your evidence against the required unit competencies. Where further clarification is needed, a competency conversation will be conducted to confirm your knowledge and skills.
5
Outcome Issued
Once assessed as competent across all required units, the RTO will formally issue your certificate or Statement of Attainment. Your real-world experience is now officially recognised as a nationally accredited qualification.

Qualification Overview

  • Qualification Code: CHC53215
  • Qualification Name: Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs
  • AQF Level: 5
  • Units: 16 core + 6 elective

Reference: Official packaging rules and description from training.gov.au – Australia's national register for vocational training.

Disclaimer: ATSR is a facilitator of RPL. Qualifications are issued by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) upon successful assessment.

Payment & Refund

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Check Pricing based on your individual advised pathway
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Check Refunds available in line with our policy

Payment options

✦ 4 interest-free instalments available
Debit / Credit Card
Bank Transfer

Payment Options

Your fees are confirmed before you commit — no surprises.

After your initial consultation, you'll receive a personalised quote that includes your total fee based on your individual advised pathway, the name of the assessing RTO, and all available payment options. No payment is required until you've reviewed and accepted your quote.

Refund Policy

We're committed to your outcome — and we back that with our refund policy.

Our navigators support you through the process to help ensure your portfolio meets the RTO's requirements before it's submitted. If the RTO finds your application ineligible after portfolio submission, you may be entitled to a refund of fees paid to ATSR, in accordance with our and the RTO's refund policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs through RPL?−

Yes, experienced AOD practitioners can apply for CHC53215 through RPL. A partner RTO formally assesses your de-identified practice evidence.

What experience suits CHC53215 RPL?+

It suits workers providing counselling, advanced interventions, relapse prevention and case management for AOD clients. Supervisor references and de-identified case work are key evidence.

Is an RPL AOD Diploma the same as one from study?+

Yes, it is the same AQF Diploma issued by an ASQA-registered RTO.

What roles does CHC53215 support?+

It supports drug and alcohol counsellor, AOD case manager and senior practitioner roles.

Secure your status as a certified AOD practitioner today

Turn your AOD experience into a nationally recognised Diploma.

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