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SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing for Supervisors & Managers (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Please take note of the training package and dates. \n\nThe workshop is suitable for those in a supervisory or line management role with previous training in MI. This workshop is not an introduction to MI. It is important that all participants have prior training in MI. \nTraining package:  \n\n2-day in-person workshop\na series of 6 x 90-minute coaching sessions for a year after the workshop\n\n\n\n\n2-day workshop (in-person) at \n\n\nTuesday 21 July 2026\n9:30am-4:30pm\n\n\nWednesday 22 July 2026\n9:30am-4:30pm\n\n\nSix 90-minute supervisors’ coaching sessions (online)\n\n\nMonday 24 August 2026\n2:00-3:30pm\n\n\nMonday 28 September 2026\n2:00-3:30pm\n\n\nMonday 30 November 2026\n2:00-3:30pm\n\n\nMonday 15 February 2027\n2:00-3:30pm\n\n\nMonday 12 April 2027\n2:00-3:30pm\n\n\nMonday 21 June 2027\n2:00-3:30pm\n\n\n\nLocation for in-person workshops: Catholic Leadership Centre\, 576 Victoria Parade\, East Melbourne VIC 3002 (are you eligible for our travel contribution?) \nCost: $80 + booking fees \nClick here to register\nDescription\nWhen we move into supervision roles\, we often find ourselves having change conversations – only this time with staff rather than clients\, and often in a context of line management or other accountability tasks. \nThis 2-day workshop examines how MI can be helpful in the context of providing professional supervision\, while respecting that there are other skills and functions of a supervisory role. The workshop also offers practical strategies to support and coach supervisees to learn MI skills for use in their own practice\, even if we feel we are still working on our own MI skills. \nThe training is highly interactive\, with a focus on practical skill development. The two-day workshop will offer an opportunity to: \n\nReview experiences and progress in integrating MI into one’s own practice\nReview challenges and experiences in coaching others in MI\nIdentify the core learning tasks in MI and incorporate a progressive skill development approach to learning MI\nExamine the MI framework from the perspective of the supervisor\nDevelop strategies for using MI approaches within the supervision context\nDevelop strategies to coach MI self-monitoring and skill development in supervisees\nIntroduction to MI coding as a tool for supervisors\nProvide feedback in an MI consistent manner.\n\nParticipants will be invited to join a series of 90 min coaching sessions to troubleshoot and deepen the content from the MI for Supervisors. Being a supervisor can feel isolating – no one else holds a similar role in an organisation\, even if there are similar positions or other departments. This workshop aims to help supervisors build their network and support systems with colleagues in similar roles. The sessions will provide an opportunity to reflect\, address key challenges\, and build capacity across the AOD sector. \nEligibility Criteria \nThis training is open to people working in AOD-specific roles in publicly funded services (i.e. AOD\, mental health locals). \nWho is not eligible? \nStudents on placement or internships\, workers outside of Victoria\, and workers not in an AOD-specific role. \nTerms & Conditions\nClick here to register\nRefunds are available up to 7 days before the event.
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/mifs-nov-2026-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260728
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SUMMARY:Graduate Program of Addictive Behaviours (Semester 2 enrolments open)
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take the next step in your career? Find out more about the Graduate Program of Addictive Behaviours at Monash University!\nApplications for Semester 2 2026 are now open. Semester 2 begins on 27 July 2026. \nBy enrolling in one of our courses\, you will develop the specialist knowledge and professional skills to support individuals and communities impacted by addiction. \n\nGraduate Certificate of Addictive Behaviours (M4018): 1 year part-time\nGraduate Diploma of Addictive Behaviours (M5022): 2 years part-time\nMaster of Addictive Behaviours (M6014): 2–3 years part-time\n\nEach of these online postgraduate courses (with part-time study) builds on units offered in the previous qualification and provides pathways for further study and postgraduate research opportunities in addiction. \nWhy join? \n✔️ Advance your career. \n✔️ Learn from leading experts and real-world practitioners. \n✔️ Gain a postgraduate qualification from a Group of Eight University\, ranked in the top 40 globally. \n✔️ Make a measurable impact on people’s lives. \nFind out more\nEnrol now
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/gpab-july-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260803T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260803T163000
DTSTAMP:20260719T212050
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Motivational Interviewing for AOD workers
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is now full! \nDate: 2 Day Workshop – Monday 3rd & Tuesday 4th August 2026 (AEST)\nTime: 9:30am to 4:30pm\nLocation: Turning Point\, 110 Church St\, Richmond 3121\, Level 1\, Training Room Two\nCost: Free\nEnquiries: tp@turningpoint.org.au \nRegister Here \nIMPORTANT NOTE: This workshop is only available to staff who are working in a Victorian Department of Health (DH) funded AOD organisation. \nCurious about Motivational Interviewing (MI) or looking to build your confidence in having conversations about change? This practical\, hands-on workshop is designed especially for those working in Department of Health funded AOD positions who want to learn (or re-learn) how MI can make everyday client interactions more effective and meaningful. \nMotivational Interviewing is a simple yet powerful approach that helps people find their own reasons for making positive changes — without pressure or persuasion. It’s about working with clients\, not on them\, and creating space for open\, respectful conversations about change. \nAcross two days\, you’ll have the chance to: \n\nLearn what MI is and how it supports real-world AOD work\nExperience the “spirit” of MI — collaboration\, acceptance\, and compassion\nPractice using questions\, reflections\, and summaries to keep conversations flowing\nExplore ways to respond when clients feel unsure or stuck\nBuild skills you can take straight back into your day-to-day work\n\nLauren Zelunka has over 10 years of experience in the Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) sector\, with the past five years focused primarily on AOD education and training. She is passionate about equipping professionals with the skills and confidence to use Motivational Interviewing effectively in their work. Lauren is currently involved with the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers Oceania (MINTO) as a Friend of MINTO and is working toward becoming a registered member in the coming years. \nSheridon Byrne is an Education and Training Officer within the workforce development team\, with over two decades of experience in capacity building across family violence and AOD.  Her work focuses on strengthening practitioner confidence and capability in having effective\, respectful conversations about change. Her work includes private consultation and the design of tailored training programs that support sustainable skill development. Sheridon is deeply committed to fostering systemic change and supporting practitioners to use MI with clarity\, confidence\, and compassion in their day‑to‑day AOD work. \nWho should attend? Victorian Department Health funded AOD workers new to their role and/or those looking to refresh and update existing knowledge. \nNOTE: This online training is only available to staff who are working in a Victorian Department of Health (DH) funded AOD organisation in an AOD role\, please register with your WORK email\, your ticket will be cancelled if you do not use your work email\, thank you. \nCancellation policy: This workshop is a free event\, however if your circumstances change\, please log into your Eventbrite account and cancel your registration or alternatively email tp@turningpoint.org.au no later than 7 days prior to advice of your inability to attend. \nATTENTION: places are limited in these free workshops – If you register and do not attend your organisation will receive a fee.
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/tp-mi-aug/
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260812T163000
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SUMMARY:Group Facilitation Skills Training for AOD Workers (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Click to book a ticket \n1-day workshop: \nDate: 12th August 2026 \nTime: 10am – 4:30pm \nLocation: Catholic Leadership Centre – 576 Victoria Parade\, East Melbourne VIC 3002. (read more about travel contribution) \nTraining Room: Studio 7 (upstairs) \nCost: $40 + booking fee \nLearning outcomes \nBy the end of the workshop participants will be able to: \n\nEstablish the culture of the group and safety within the group space.\nDefine content and process and apply both with balance between the two.\nIdentify common challenges that present in the delivery of group programs and apply strategies for managing these.\nUnderstand how to work in a variety of group formats.\nApply skills and strategies for attending to responsivity in groupwork.\nApply skills for providing the group with a sense of closure at the end of a group program.\n\nEligibility Criteria \nThis training is open to people working in AOD-specific roles in publicly funded services (i.e. AOD\, mental health locals). \nWho is not eligible? \nStudents on placement or internships\, workers outside of Victoria\, workers not in an AOD-specific role. \nRegister \nTo register\, please follow \nTerms & Conditions \nIf you cannot attend\, cancel your registration and make your spot available to someone else on the waitlist. Refunds available only up to 1 day before event.
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/groupagu26/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260820T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260820T163000
DTSTAMP:20260719T212050
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SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing: Developing Skills/Intermediate (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register\nDetails:\nDate: Thursday\, 20 August 2026\, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM \nLocation: Catholic Leadership Centre\, 576 Victoria Parade\, East Melbourne VIC 3002 \nCost: $40 \nDescription\nAs a follow-up to the MI Foundation Skills workshop\, this one-day course offers an opportunity to refresh\, consolidate\, and deepen your understanding of MI and its practical application of the model after a period of putting the skills into practice. \nThis workshop gives participants an opportunity to practice core skills in a positive learning environment with coached feedback. The aim is to have fun revisiting the skills and gain more focus in their ongoing practice. The workshop builds on foundation skills training\, including deepening reflections\, exploring the role of values and working with change talk. \nThe workshop is suitable for workers who have prior training in MI (or completed the MI Foundation Skills training). \nClick here to register\nEligibility Criteria \nThis training is open to people working in AOD-specific roles in publicly funded services (i.e. AOD\, mental health locals). \nWho is not eligible? \nStudents on placement or internships\, workers outside of Victoria\, workers not in an AOD-specific role. \nTerms & Conditions\nRefunds available up to 7 days prior.
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/mids-aug-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260827T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260827T130000
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SUMMARY:Walking the line - A workshop on professional boundaries (online)
DESCRIPTION:*Workshop now full*\n*To enrol\, change ‘Enrol Now’ to ‘I’m Going’. Check if you’ve enrolled correctly under ‘My Courses’\nDate: Thursday\, 27 August 2026 9:30AM – 1:00PM \nLocation: Online \nDescription: \nThis half-day workshop will build and strengthen core knowledge and skills in understanding and maintaining professional boundaries\, specifically when working with clients with alcohol and other drug issues. This will include: \n\nUnderstanding professional boundaries\nStrategies to prevent and respond to boundary challenges\nConsideration of specific boundary issues to different AOD treatment roles\, including lived experience roles\nThe use of technology\nSelfcare\n\nThis workshop will use case based discussion throughout to ensure knowledge and skills taught are relevant to the AOD workforce. \nKey learning outcomes: \n\nUnderstand professional boundaries and their maintenance\nRecognise and respond to boundary challenges\nBuild your own toolkit of practitioner-specific boundary maintenance strategies\, including managing technology\nRecognise your own and your colleagues’ warning signs and challenging client presentations\nEnhance your self-care skills and know when to debrief and access further support\n\n  \nEligibility Criteria \nThis training is open to people working in AOD-specific roles in publicly funded services (i.e. AOD\, mental health locals). \nWho is not eligible? \nStudents on placement or internships\, workers outside of Victoria\, workers not in an AOD-specific role. \nTerms & Conditions \nIf you cannot attend\, cancel your registration and make your spot available to someone else on the waitlist.
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/walking-the-line-aug2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260902T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260902T163000
DTSTAMP:20260719T212050
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SUMMARY:Superskills: Core Skills for Supervisors (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register \n2-day workshop: \nDay 1: Wednesday\, 2 September 2026 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM \nDay 2: Thursday\, 3 September 2026 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM \nLocation: TBC \nCost: $80 + booking fee \nThis is a specialist skills workshop suitable for advanced practitioners who are current or future practice supervisors. \nDescription: \nIf you are a practice or clinical supervisor in the alcohol and other drug sector (or looking to become one)\, this workshop is for you. Gain a deep understanding of the ‘why’ as well as the ‘how’ and ensure that you have the right theoretical and practical foundation skills to offer powerful practice supervision across different contexts and supervisees. \nYou will learn about developing and implementing supervision contracts and plans\, assessing supervisee development needs\, and navigating challenges and roadblocks. \nLearning outcomes \n\nUnderstand different approaches to supervision and determine which one is right for you and your supervisees\nUnderstand and apply structured practical supervisory processes to deepen core supervisory relationship skills\, including listening\, questioning\, guiding\, and giving and receiving feedback\nUnderstand and utilise the reflective practice model of supervision\nUnderstand and practice self-reflection and self-practice as a way of improving supervisory skills\nIncrease skills in facilitating reflective practice in staff\nUnderstand and utilise a framework to support decision-making with ethical dilemmas\nImprove knowledge and skill in responding to staff exposed to complex client presentations\n\n  \nEligibility Criteria \nThis training has been funded for workers employed in a Victorian State-funded Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) service\, including Peer and LLE workers. \nWho is not eligible? \nStudents on placement or internships\, workers from other community sectors such as family violence\, homelessness\, mental health\, and AOD workers outside of Victoria. \nTerms & Conditions \nIf you cannot attend\, cancel your registration and make your spot available to someone else on the waitlist. Refunds are available only up to 1 day before the event.
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/superskills-sep2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260916T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260916T153000
DTSTAMP:20260719T212050
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T044326Z
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SUMMARY:Take Note! Case notes essentials for the AOD sector
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register\n\nAn evidence-based introduction to writing effective\, clinically relevant and legally compliant case notes for the AOD sector\, presented by Greg Coman. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: This online training is only available to staff who are working in a Victorian Department of Health (DH) funded AOD organisation in an AOD role. \nThis training aims to enable alcohol and other drug (AOD) workers to understand the benefits of writing effective case notes for them\, their clients\, and their workplace. It will provide the basis for the development of essential skills required for effective case note writing. \nThe online workshop is pitched at an introductory/ beginner level\, but previous participants with some case note writing experience have reported it to be a helpful refresher. It provides: an understanding of what case notes are; an understanding of the importance and benefits of case notes; guidelines for the content and style of case notes; and opportunities to learn and practice effective case note writing. Videos are used throughout to illustrate points. Participants will be introduced to templates they can consider using in their clinical practice. \nGreg Coman PhD is a Counselling Psychologist with over thirty years experience working in a wide range of mental health settings. His tertiary qualifications reflect his interests in stress\, trauma and problem gambling. Greg undertook his Master of Science degree in psychology\, examining stress and coping amongst Australian police personnel. His PhD thesis examined the efficacy of group telephone counselling for people with gambling difficulties. He has worked as a psychologist in community health\, employee assistance programs and military settings. He has extensive experience in the adult mental health education and training environment and is passionate about providing training to assist clinicians in their work with clients. \nDate: Wednesday 16th September 2026\nTime: 9:30am – 3:30pm\nVenue: Online\nRegister: here\, please register with your work email.\nCost: Free\nEnquiries: tp@turningpoint.org.au \nNOTE: This online training is only available to staff who are working in a Victorian Department of Health (DH) funded AOD organisation in an AOD role\, please register with your WORK email\, your ticket will be cancelled if you do not use your work email\, thank you. \nCancellation policy: This training is free\, however if your circumstances change please log into your Eventbrite account and cancel your registration or alternatively email tp@turningpoint.org.au to advise of your inability to complete.
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/takenote-16sep/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260916T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260916T163000
DTSTAMP:20260719T212050
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SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing: Foundation Skills (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register\n  \nDates:\nDay one: Wednesday\, 16 September 2026\, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM \nDay two: Thursday\, 17 September 2026\, 9:30 – 4:30 PM \nLocation: Catholic Leadership Centre\, 576 Victoria Parade\, East Melbourne VIC 3002 (are you eligible for our travel contribution?) \n  \nClick here to register\nDescription\nMotivational Interviewing is a skills-based approach to conversations about change that focuses on the client’s needs and wants. MI offers a framework for navigating the common experiences of resistance and ambivalence that so often accompany the change process. \nThis two-day workshop introduces the framework and rationale of MI\, core skills and application of these skills across the change process. Combining theory with practice\, the workshop provides a comprehensive overview of what MI is\, what it isn’t and how it works in practice. The training is highly interactive\, with a focus on developing practical skills. \nThe workshop is suitable for both workers with no knowledge of MI and for those who want to refresh and deepen their understanding and practice of the core skills of MI.  \nEligibility Criteria \nThis training is open to people working in AOD-specific roles in publicly funded services (i.e. AOD\, mental health locals). \nWho is not eligible? \nStudents on placement or internships\, workers outside of Victoria\, and workers not in an AOD-specific role. \nTerms & Conditions\nRefunds are available up to 7 days prior.
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/mifs-sep-2026/2026-09-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261006T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261006T150000
DTSTAMP:20260719T212050
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SUMMARY:Cultural Safety Training (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday 6 October 2026\, 9:30AMAM – 3:00PM \nLocation: Catholic Leadership Centre – 576 Victoria Parade\, East Melbourne\, VIC 3067 (Read more about Travel Contribution) \nCost: $40 (tickets can only be purchased via credit card) \nGET TICKETS\nDescription\nVACCHOs Introduction to Aboriginal Cultural Safety training encompasses\, and builds on\, cultural awareness content by providing considerations and advice to implement cultural safety considerations into practice. Participant learning and understanding are enhanced by the personal stories and the lived experience of our facilitators while exploring Aboriginal identities\, cultures\, and history. \nThe session covers: \n\nUnderstanding cultural safety and its importance in increasing service accessibility and effective engagement with Australia’s First Peoples.\nThe historical and ongoing impacts of colonisation and colonial policies on Australia’s First\nPeoples culture and Communities\nTrauma-informed practice\nFirst Peoples diverse identities; respectful terminology and language\nCultural Load and its impacts on individuals\, Communities\, and organisations\nHow Equity and Self-determination are vital to cultural safety\nFoundational skills to implement cultural safety into practice\nFostering respectful relationships with First Peoples and Communities\nA timeline of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Strength and Resilience\n\nGET TICKETS\nEligibility Criteria \nThis training is open to people working in AOD-specific roles in publicly funded services (i.e. AOD\, mental health locals). \nWho is not eligible? \nStudents on placement or internships\, workers outside of Victoria\, workers not in an AOD-specific role. \nTerms & Conditions\nRefunds are available up to 7 days prior to the event.
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/cst-oct-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261013T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261013T160000
DTSTAMP:20260719T212050
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Alcohol and Other Drug Workers in-person workshop
DESCRIPTION:Presented by James McGregor\nCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is among the most widely researched and practised therapeutic approaches for people seeking treatment for alcohol and other drugs (AOD). CBT is highly effective in supporting people to identify and understand unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour\, and then to make positive changes to these. The ways that CBT is utilised have changed over the decades\, with current approaches expanding the focus to seamlessly blend traditional CBT principles with concepts of mindfulness\, acceptance\, compassion\, metacognition and therapeutic relationship dynamics. \nIn this workshop\, we will cover a range of techniques and interventions to support people to make sustained changes in their lives\, whether directly for AOD use or other areas of life. This will include the knowledge and skills to raise awareness of unhelpful thinking patterns and to foster an environment that encourages positive changes in behaviour. This will be a practical and interactive workshop where you will be introduced to a range of tools and relapse prevention strategies which you can use collaboratively with people in recovery-oriented practice. \nThis will be a practical and interactive workshop where you will be introduced to a range of tools\, worksheets and Relapse Prevention Strategies that you can use collaboratively with your client to promote a recovery-oriented practice. \nAbout James\nJames McGregor has over 15 years’ experience working in clinical AOD programs – both individual and group-based – as well as running education and training programs for staff and consumers. He holds a Masters of Social Work\, Graduate Diploma in Narrative Therapy\, and Diploma of Leadership & Management. \nWho should attend? \nState-funded AOD workers new to their role and/or those looking to refresh and update existing knowledge. \nEligibility Criteria \nThis workshop is only available to staff who are working in a Victorian State-funded AOD organisation. \nDate: Tuesday 13th October 2026\nTime: 9:30am – 4:00pm\nVenue: Turning Point\, Level 1\, Training Rooms – 110 Church St\, Richmond 3121 \nCost: Free (This workshop is only available to staff who are working in a Victorian Department of Health (DH) funded AOD organisation.)\nRegister Now\nEnquiries: tp@turningpoint.org.au
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/introduction-to-cognitive-behaviour-therapy-for-alcohol-and-other-drug-workers-in-person-workshop-oct/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261014T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261014T163000
DTSTAMP:20260719T212050
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SUMMARY:Responding to Co-occurring Conditions (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Click to book a ticket \n\n2-day workshop: \nDay 1: Wednesday\, 14 October 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM \nDay 2: Thursday\, 15 October 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM \nLocation: Catholic Leadership Centre – 576 Victoria Parade\, East Melbourne VIC 3002 (read more about travel contribution) \nCost: $80 + booking fee \nDescription: \nCo-occurring mental health issues are the norm rather than the exception among people seeking alcohol and other drug treatment. Across this 2-day workshop you will learn how to adapt and expand your existing alcohol and other drug treatment skills to assist your clients with managing mental health symptoms. \nDeepen your understanding of co-occurring mental health and alcohol and other drug issues and build your knowledge\, confidence and skills to better understand clients’ needs\, respond effectively\, and adapt treatment. Find out what you need to know about the different co-occurring conditions you may encounter and how to effectively incorporate best practice responses into your treatment. \nLearning outcomes \n\nRecognise and understand the common mental health conditions in alcohol and other drug treatment\nUndertake a thorough assessment and develop an integrated case formulation to guide your practice\nApply a range of alcohol and other drug treatment skills to working with clients with co-occurring mental health conditions\nLearn how to respond therapeutically and effectively within the bounds of the alcohol and other drug treatment setting\n\nEligibility Criteria \nThis training is open to people working in AOD-specific roles in publicly funded services (i.e. AOD\, mental health locals). \nWho is not eligible? \nStudents on placement or internships\, workers outside of Victoria\, workers not in an AOD-specific role. \nTerms & Conditions \nIf you cannot attend\, cancel your registration and make your spot available to someone else on the waitlist. Refunds available only up to 1 day before event.
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/co-occuring-oct2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T163000
DTSTAMP:20260719T212050
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UID:13438-1793782800-1793809800@elevate.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing: Foundation Skills (online)
DESCRIPTION:*To enrol\, change ‘Enrol Now’ to ‘I’m Going’. Check if you’ve enrolled correctly under ‘My Courses’\n\nDates:\nDay one: Wednesday\, 4 November 2026\, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM* \nDay two: Wednesday\, 11 November 2026\, 9:00 – 4:30 PM \n*Bookings can only be made from day one of training. \nLocation: Online \nDescription\nMotivational Interviewing is a skills-based approach to conversations about change that focuses on the client’s needs and wants. MI offers a framework for navigating the common experiences of resistance and ambivalence that so often accompanies the change process. \nThis two-day workshop introduces the framework and rationale of MI\, core skills and application of these skills across the change process. Combining theory with practice\, the workshop provides a comprehensive overview into what MI is\, what it isn’t and how it works in practice. The training is highly interactive\, with a focus on practical skill development. \nThe workshop is suitable for both workers with no knowledge of MI and for those who want to refresh and deepen their understanding and practice of the core skills of MI.  \nEligibility Criteria \nThis training is open to people working in AOD-specific roles in publicly funded services (i.e. AOD\, mental health locals). \nWho is not eligible? \nStudents on placement or internships\, workers outside of Victoria\, workers not in an AOD-specific role. \nTerms & Conditions\nIf you cannot attend\, cancel your registration at least 24 hours before the cancel your registration and make your spot available to someone else on the waitlist. \nNo shows will be charged a $50 cancellation fee.
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/mifs-nov-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261110T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261110T163000
DTSTAMP:20260719T212050
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UID:13477-1794301200-1794328200@elevate.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing: Developing Skills (Intermediate)
DESCRIPTION:*To enrol\, change ‘Enrol Now’ to ‘I’m Going’. Check if you’ve enrolled correctly under ‘My Courses’\n\nDetails:\nDate: Tuesday\, 10 November 2026\, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM \nLocation: Online \nDescription\nAs a follow up from the Foundation Skills workshop\, this one-day course offers an opportunity to refresh\, consolidate and deepen understanding of MI and practical application of the model after a period of putting the skills into practice. \nThis workshop provides participants to practice core skills in a positive learning environment with coached feedback. The aim is to have fun revisiting the skills\, and gain more focus in their ongoing practice. The workshop extends the foundation skills training\, including deepening reflections\, exploring the role of values and working with change talk. \nThe workshop is suitable for workers who have prior training in MI (or completed the MI Foundation Skills training). \nEligibility Criteria \nThis training is open to people working in AOD-specific roles in publicly funded services (i.e. AOD\, mental health locals). \nWho is not eligible? \nStudents on placement or internships\, workers outside of Victoria\, workers not in an AOD-specific role. \nTerms & Conditions\nIf you cannot attend\, cancel your registration at least 24 hours before the cancel your registration and make your spot available to someone else on the waitlist. \nNo shows will be charged a $50 cancellation fee.
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/mids-nov-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261210T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261210T163000
DTSTAMP:20260719T212050
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UID:13481-1796893200-1796920200@elevate.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing: Deepening Conversations (Advanced)
DESCRIPTION:*To enrol\, change ‘Enrol Now’ to ‘I’m Going’. Check if you’ve enrolled correctly under ‘My Courses’\n\nDetails:\nDate: Thursday\, 10 December 2026\, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM \nLocation: Online \nDescription\nPrerequisite: The workshop is suitable for workers who have completed MI Foundation Skills AND Developing Skills (or equivalent) and now want to deepen and integrate MI skills more effectively into their practice. \nDeepening Conversations builds on the Foundation Skills and Developing Skills workshops to build confidence in guiding curious\, respectful conversations about change. This workshop is highly practice-based\, applying the principles and core skills to common challenges to work with resistance and ambivalence\, evoke change talk and foster hope. \nEligibility Criteria \nThis training is open to people working in AOD-specific roles in publicly funded services (i.e. AOD\, mental health locals). \nWho is not eligible? \nStudents on placement or internships\, workers outside of Victoria\, workers not in an AOD-specific role. \nTerms & Conditions\nIf you cannot attend\, cancel your registration at least 24 hours before the cancel your registration and make your spot available to someone else on the waitlist. \nNo shows will be charged a $50 cancellation fee.
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/midp-dec-2026/
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