Graduate Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Studies
Support recovery in your communities
Substance abuse is a common issue in today’s world. It continues to take a great toll on both individuals and society.
This is a flexible online certificate, ideally suited to professionals maintaining regular work commitments in Australia or overseas. It focuses on building advanced knowledge around drugs and alcohol, and the ways in which addiction can be treated.
What will you do?
- Study the biological mechanisms behind addiction.
- Consider underlying genetic and social factors.
- Explore current approaches to drug problems—from short-term treatments to long-term and community-based management.
- Investigate future developments in drug treatments and the field at large.
Where could it take you?
This certificate will be beneficial in a range of professions that interact with drug and alcohol addiction. These might include medical practitioners, nurses, psychologists, social workers, pharmacists, educators, law enforcement officers, counsellors, and project and policy officers.
Entry Requirements
For our students who are studying offshore in 2021 and 2022, the University will continue to offer high-quality access to the learning resources remotely for most programs. This includes all lectures, tutorials and other support material. Students will be advised in advance if there are course components that cannot be provided in remote mode and, wherever possible, offered alternative courses. Please refer to the COVID-19 FAQ page for a list of programs where in-person attendance is required.
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information for this program.
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Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3GC012 |
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| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February |
| Enquiries | Future Students team |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | A completed Bachelors degree or equivalent. |
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How to Apply
Fees and Scholarships
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Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Career Readiness
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Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.- Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
- Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Professionalism and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
- Digital capabilities
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Potential careers
Mental Health Worker, Health Administrator, Hospital Worker, Health Officer, Counsellor, Social Worker, Mental Health Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Researcher, Psychologist, Science Educators, Health, Safety and Environment Manager, Policy Adviser, Public Health
Degree Structure
Students complete 2 core courses in Alcohol and Drug Studies.
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Example Study Plan
| Core Courses - 2 courses |
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Assessment
Assessment includes online tests, discussion forums, assignments and written exams.
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Testimonial
The degree offers a range of placements, so you can explore a number of areas - including ones that you may not have realised you have an interest in previously. It allows you to build relationships with experienced clinicians across your placements, which can help to increase your prospective career opportunities.
The program is set out, so most of your coursework is completed before your practical experience, allowing you to remain focused on your coursework and skills development before exploring the field.
The University of Adelaide is committed to regular reviews of the courses and programs it offers to students. The University of Adelaide therefore reserves the right to discontinue or vary programs and courses without notice. Please read the important information contained in the disclaimer.
Last updated: Saturday, 25 Sep 2021
