Events

Screening, Formulation and Brief Interventions: Alcohol and Other Drug Essentials for Mental Health Workers

Online via Zoom

Introducing the Alcohol and Other Drug Essentials for Mental Health Workers series Comorbidity is the norm rather than the exception in mental health. In this new series of half day interactive online workshops designed specifically for the mental health sector, we cover what you need to know about alcohol and other drug presentations in your

Victorian AOD Workforce Community of Practice – September 2024

The Self Help Addiction Resource Centre (SHARC) currently facilitates the Victorian AOD Peer Workforce Community of Practice supported by the Department of Health (DH). The Community of Practice (CoP) for the AOD Peer Workforce supports and cultivates the existing and emerging AOD Peer Workforce and seeks to draw upon the collective knowledge, experiences and resources

Free

Advanced AOD Training Full Day

Online

  Duration:  1 Day (1 day online) Number of DHHS funded courses run each financial year: 8 Maximum number of attendees: 15   Advanced AOD Forensic Training Summary Advanced AOD Forensics is one-day online clinical training for experienced drug and alcohol clinicians working with forensic clients. Learning Outcomes Advanced AOD Forensics training is targeted at

Free

LiverWELL and St Vincent’s HEPReady Essentials

Online via Zoom

Overview HEPReady Essentials Online is designed for health and community workers who want a basic overview of viral hepatitis and liver health, or would like to refresh their knowledge. This training is delivered regularly throughout the year, with sessions delivered fully online. It covers new treatments, stigma and discrimination, a lived experience perspective, as well

Free

Essential MI and Relapse Prevention: Alcohol and Other Drug Essentials for Mental Health Workers

Online via Zoom

Introducing the Alcohol and Other Drug Essentials for Mental Health Workers series Comorbidity is the norm rather than the exception in mental health. In this new series of half day interactive online workshops designed specifically for the mental health sector, we cover what you need to know about alcohol and other drug presentations in your

Symposium: A Spotlight on Women’s Issues and Perspectives with Substance Use

Catholic Leadership Centre 576 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne, VIC, Australia

This 1-day symposium is for anyone supporting women with substance use issues. Women’s experiences with substance use and support services are often shaped by distinct factors, such as societal expectations and caregiving roles amongst others. These factors can influence their reasons for using substances, create unique barriers to seeking help, and affect their recovery journey. Additionally, women often encounter

$90

Forensic Fundamentals Training (1/2 day)

Online

Duration:  Half Day Number of DHHS funded courses run each financial year: 8 Maximum number of attendees: 15   Forensic Fundamentals Summary Forensic Fundamentals is a half-day online forensic clinical training session for Victorian Alcohol and other Drug Workers. Learning Outcomes The Forensic Fundamentals training session will provide attendees with information and clinical skills for

Free
Recurring

SHARC Peer Worker Training – October 2024

Peer Projects, a program of SHARC are thrilled to announce registrations are now open for the next round of SHARC Peer Worker Training. Details as follows: Eligibility: This training is free for AOD Peer Workers in state-funded services in Victoria. Duration: 5 days, 9:30am - 4:00pm each day. Dates:  16th,17th,18th, 21st, and 22nd of October 2024 Where:

Recurring

SHARC Peer Worker Training – October 2024

Peer Projects, a program of SHARC are thrilled to announce registrations are now open for the next round of SHARC Peer Worker Training. Details as follows: Eligibility: This training is free for AOD Peer Workers in state-funded services in Victoria. Duration: 5 days, 9:30am - 4:00pm each day. Dates:  16th,17th,18th, 21st, and 22nd of October 2024 Where: