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C4364 - Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs
Plan: C4364 - Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs
Campus: City Campus
Program delivery and structure
Approach to learning and assessmentWork integrated learning
Program structure
Approach to learning and assessment
To be awarded the Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs you will need to complete 17 units of competency. Twelve of the units/courses are core requirements of the national qualification. The other five have been selected as electives by the Community Services Team at RMIT in consultation with industry partners to provide a relevant work outcome.
Learning and assessment will use a range of methods including:
- classes on the City Campus that are designed to provide maximum class interaction, discussion and development of ideas and skills
- specialist guest speakers to provide insights into current workplace practices
- extensive online resources and support for both content areas and the study skills to support learning
- both group and individual opportunities for learning and assessment
- support for students to develop the language, literacy and numeracy skills required to succeed in the program
- assessment that is designed to prepare you for work-ready performance and/or further study
The program will enable you to gain skills and knowledge that are directly applicable to workplace practices. Peer learning and networking will be fostered throughout the program through the use of an online learning system. Discussions and group work with other students will be a key part of your learning. The program also incorporates project based learning (both group and individual work).
Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess your performance as well as the application of the required knowledge and skills as set out by each unit of competency. Assessment methods include but are not limited to:
- research projects
- presentations by students as individuals and as part of group work
- observation of practical tasks including simulations
- knowledge tests
- role-plays
- case-studies
- written reflections
- supervisor’s report
- personal evaluation
The approach to learning and assessment for this program will include both supervised and non-supervised forms of training delivery.
Supervised training is teacher directed learning and assessment activities. This includes:
- Structured online learning activities where there is real time access to your teachers e.g. online lectures, teacher led discussions and online activities.
- Face-to-face learning e.g. tutorials, lectures, scheduled classes.
- Assessment tasks.
You will also need to work independently, this includes:
- Independent study activities such as research, reading, practical and/or theoretical practice tests or assessments.
Work integrated learning
There is no compulsory WIL (work integrated learning) in this program.
Learning and assessment activities will involve presentations during class time by industry practitioners, relating the specific services they deliver to client groups and communities and the underpinning knowledge and skills relating to their practice.
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