CHCAOD001 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context describes the skills and knowledge required to establish and work within the current context, philosophy and values of the alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector.

This Learner Guide describes how to establish the context for AOD work and how to apply an understanding of context to AOD practice. The material then explains how to
integrate the core values and principles of AOD work into practice. Lastly, it outlines how to apply an understanding of the impact of values in AOD practice.

The learning content builds knowledge and understanding by using:
• Step-by-step instructions on applying critical thinking skills to evaluate information
• Straightforward explanations of how to work within the current values and philosophy of the AOD sector
• Learning Checkpoints at the end of each topic to build knowledge of legal and ethical considerations in AOD work
• A range of examples and case studies that illustrate services, prevention and intervention strategies used in alcohol and other drug work

Learner guides

• Product Code: CTAOD001
• ISBN: 978-1-76123-136-0

Support resources

• Product Code: CTAOD001SP
• ISBN: 978-1-76123-138-4