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Care & Support · Advanced Certificate

Support People Through Addiction
And Make a Real Difference

The drug and alcohol support sector needs caring and skilled people. This course provides the foundational knowledge and practical communication skills you need to work safely and effectively with people facing addiction. Learn to build trust and support change.

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Free first lesson
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Rated 5 by our students
From $25
Per Week
ICOES + CPD
Endorsed Certificate
14-Day
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24/7
AI Tutor
Career outcomes

Upskill. Side Hustle. New Career.

Whatever you are here for, this certificate leads straight to real roles:

AOD Support Worker
Addiction Recovery Support Worker
Community Support Worker
Peer Support Worker
Case Worker - AOD Services
Residential Rehabilitation Support Worker
Curriculum

What You’ll Learn.

10 modules · 100 lessons · Study at your own pace

01Welcome & IntroductionFree
02What Addiction Is and What It Is Not
03How the Brain Changes with Substance Use
04The Difference Between Use, Misuse, and Dependence
05Physical Dependence and Psychological Dependence
06Why Some People Are More Vulnerable Than Others
07Common Substances in Australia: An Overview
08How Addiction Affects Families and Communities
09Cultural Perspectives on Substance Use in Australia
10Stigma Around Addiction: Where It Comes From and What It Does
11Applying Addiction Awareness in a Support Role
Included with your course

Your 24/7 AI Tutor.

It knows where you are

Your tutor sees the lesson you are on and what you have covered, so every answer fits your progress.

Explains Until You Get It

Confused by a concept? Ask for a simpler take, a real-world example, or a quick quiz to test yourself.

There at 11pm

Study when it suits you. Your tutor is available around the clock, every day of your enrolment.

Inside this course · Your tutor
I've heard people talk about 'harm reduction' and 'abstinence'. Are they opposites? How do you know which one to focus on with a client?
That's a great question. They are not opposites, but different goals that can exist at the same time. Harm reduction focuses on reducing the negative consequences of substance use, even if the person isn't ready to stop. Abstinence is the goal of stopping use completely. The right approach depends on the person's own goals and readiness to change. We teach you how to explore this in a respectful, person-centred way. Would you like me to explain the core principles of harm reduction?
ModernEdu
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Charlotte Reeve
has successfully completed the
Advanced Certificate in Drug & Addiction Support
Issued by Modern Education Australia
Certificate No. ME-2026-04871
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Your certificate

Proof of What You Know.

Endorsed

Endorsed by ICOES, the International Council for Online Educational Standards, and CPD-eligible.

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Made to share

A printed hard copy is included with upfront enrolment, and a digital version for LinkedIn and your CV.

Student reviews

What People Are Saying.

5 average rating

Set up a plant styling business, and maintain it too

The content was clear and practical — including the set-up of a plant styling business, and ongoing maintenance too.

Emily P. · Verified student

The financial part of the business

Learning about the financial part of the business.

Kristine S. · Verified student

The first weeks are the foundation, not a warm-up

The first weeks in the home are not a warm-up phase, they are the foundation. The guidance we give owners during this window can prevent months of remedial work later, making early intervention one of the most powerful tools we have as trainers.

Gaylene D. · Verified student
What you get

Everything Included.

In this course

100 lessons across 10 modules, read, listen, or watch every one
Your 24/7 AI tutor, built into every lesson
Assessments and your ICOES-endorsed, CPD-eligible certificate
12 months access, with extensions available on request

As a Modern Edu student

Student discount on any additional course
Printed hard-copy edition of your course
More student extras on the way
How it works

Four Steps to Your Certificate.

01

Try It Free

Start lesson 1 right now, free. See the course and meet your tutor before paying anything.

02

Enrol Easily

Pick the option that suits you. Every option is covered by the 14-day guarantee.

03

Make Real Progress

Read, listen, or watch each lesson. Go at your own pace with your tutor beside you.

04

Get Your Certificate

Pass your assessments and receive your endorsed, verifiable certificate.

Enrolment

Easy Ways to Get Started.

Try the first lesson free. When you are ready, split it into four with Afterpay or Klarna, save $200 upfront, or take the simple weekly plan.

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Recommended · Split Into Four
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A second course free, your choice
Printed edition of your course included
Save $200 compared with the weekly plan
Continue With Afterpay or Klarna
Four interest-free payments of $199.75 for approved applicants. Late fees may apply.
Upfront · Save $200
$799
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Weekly Payment Plan
$25 /week
40 weekly payments · $1,000 total
Upfront bonuses not included.
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Before you enrol

Is It Right for You?

This course is for you if

Career changers who want to enter the drug and alcohol support sector.
Current support workers who want to add specialist knowledge about addiction.
People with lived experience who want to prepare for a professional support role.
Students of community services or mental health looking for practical skills.
Anyone wanting a clear, structured understanding of addiction and recovery.

It is probably not for you if

People who need a Certificate IV or Diploma for a specific job. You should look at a TAFE or other RTO for that.
Anyone seeking to become a registered counsellor, psychologist, or clinical therapist. This requires a university degree.
Someone looking for a quick, two-hour overview. This is a comprehensive 100-lesson course for building deep knowledge.
Those needing personal advice for their own or a family member's situation. This course is professional development, not a substitute for therapy.

14-Day Money-Back Guarantee.

Try the full course for two weeks. If it is not for you, we refund you in full. No questions asked, no conditions.

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Tammie O. · Verified student

“Very informative, and I like the focus on clients. It's better to give advice in small segments — just as we do with our dogs. Small steps.”

John H. · Verified student

“Real world responses — wow. The laws, and what it means to run a facility, is an eye opener. Even the less-common-pets section was eye opening — rabbits are illegal to keep as pets here in Queensland!”

Lee P. · Verified student

Start With a Free Lesson.

Start with the free first lesson, or enrol on the spot from $25 a week.

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