About the course

Our Diploma is suitable for anyone with an interest in working in the area of alcohol and other drugs and introduces students to contemporary issues, research and interventions in the Australian alcohol and other drugs (AOD) field. This Diploma is specially designed for students seeking career entry into the AOD sector, or professionals working in the fields of mental health, education, nursing, social work, indigenous studies, health sciences, etc.

　　Through innovative units, this program delivers the latest evidence-based research to provide you with the skills and competencies necessary for you to navigate the complex and growing challenges faced in the alcohol and other drugs sector and to meet specific professional development needs, expand employment opportunities and continue to future undergraduate studies.

　　Duration - 1 year/s full-time Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (March), 2024	Brinkin
Semester 1 (March), 2025	Brinkin
Semester 1 (March), 2026	Brinkin

　　

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How to apply

Entry requirements for Charles Darwin University

Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training or equivalent and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank ATAR of at least 60

　　Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher

　　Successful completion of at least 05 year of fulltime study or equivalent of a higher education degreediploma

　　Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications

　　Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140

　　Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses or other recognised tertiary preparation course

　　Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement andor employment experience

　　CDU English for Academic Purposes 3 ZEAP30 Successful completion of EAP003 English for Academic Purposes 3

　　IELTS Academic Module A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0

　　Cambridge Advanced English CAE A minimum overall score of 169 with no skill below 169

　　Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency A minimum overall grade of B2

　　TOEFL Internetbased Test iBT A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　The next application deadline is 04 February 2024

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Charles Darwin University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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