Online Addiction Courses
Unlock your potential to support recovery and make a real impact in communities. At Hader Institute of Education, our nationally recognised online addiction qualifications equip you with the practical skills, clinical knowledge, and real-world experience needed to begin or advance your career in addiction and community services.
Why Choose Addiction Work?
Addiction work is an essential and growing field within Australia's health and community care sector. Whether it’s counselling, providing relapse prevention strategies, or supporting clients through withdrawal and recovery, professionals in this space make a lasting difference. At Hader Institute, you’ll gain the tools to empower individuals, work with diverse communities, and lead positive change.
Our Online Addiction Qualifications
We offer two comprehensive and flexible nationally accredited qualifications for those looking to enter or advance in the addiction support sector, and a short course for those wanting to enter this field:
Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs Online
Alcohol addiction is the most common drug addiction in Australia. Help change this with this online nationally recognised qualification in alcohol and other drugs.

Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs Online
If you want to help others improve their lives this nationally recognised qualification is the Alcohol & Other Drugs online course for you.

Alcohol and Other Drugs Short Course
This Alcohol & Other Drug Course is designed to provide aspiring professionals and those seeking professional development with a foundational skillset and knowledge in alcohol & other drugs.

Career Outcomes in Alcohol and Other Drugs
Graduates from our AOD programs are well-prepared for a range of high-impact roles, including:
- Alcohol & Other Drugs Support Worker
- Rehabilitation Case Manager
- Community Outreach Worker
- Residential Support Worker
- Dual Diagnosis Practitioner
- AOD Recovery Coach
- Youth Worker in AOD settings
With rising demand across Australia, you’ll be job-ready and equipped to contribute meaningfully to your community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is addiction work?
Addiction work involves supporting individuals struggling with substance use by providing intervention, counselling, and recovery services. It’s a role built on empathy, resilience, and clinical skills.
Are the courses nationally recognised?
Yes. Both our Certificate IV and Diploma are accredited under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Not sure which course is for you?
Take this short quiz for a course guide.
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