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SUMMARY:Harm Reduction Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:*To enrol\, change ‘Enrol Now’ to ‘I’m Going’. Check if you’ve enrolled correctly under ‘My Courses’\n\nThis is a 2-day training. \nDay 1: Wednesday 21 October 2026\, 1:00PM – 5:00PM \nDay 2: Thursday 22 October 2026\, 9:30AM – 12:30PM \nEnrolling to Day 1 automatically enrols you into Day 2. \nLocation: Online \nDescription: An entry-level introduction to harm reduction principles and best practice\, delivered by peer trainers from Harm Reduction Victoria. Across 7 modules (delivered over two half-days online)\, you’ll gain a basic understanding of key topics and learn directly from people with living experience about what people who use drugs really want and need from services. There is an activity that needs to be completed before attending the second day of training. Participants will receive details via email the week before the training. \nEligibility Criteria\nThis training has been funded for workers employed under the Victorian AOD Traineeship initiative\, and AOD workers working in state funded services. \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/hrm-oct2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261027T130000
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SUMMARY:Methamphetamine use and psychosis: evidence\, guidelines & what's cooking
DESCRIPTION:*This workshop is now full!* \nThis is a 45 minute Turning Point Connect & Learn webinar. To attend the webinar\, click the link below to register. \nDescription: What’s really cooking in methamphetamine treatment? This talk explores current evidence for effective medication and psychosocial interventions\, demystifies meth psychosis (what we know and what remains unclear)\, and bridges the gap between research and practice. We’ll unpack emerging guidelines and trials\, including psychedelic-assisted approaches\, to give clinicians an understanding of what you can offer right now\, and what the next few years will bring. \nAssociate Professor Shalini Arunogiri is a clinical addiction psychiatrist and researcher at Monash University and Turning Point\, Eastern Health. She is the Clinical Director of the Hamilton Centre\, Victoria’s statewide centre for co-occurring addiction and mental health\, and an NHMRC Emerging Leader Fellow. Shalini has been an investigator on six Australian national multisite randomised controlled trials of methamphetamine use disorder treatments: N-ICE\, LiMA\, Ready2Change\, the Tina Trial\, OLAM\, and PsiMA. \nShalini completed her PhD on methamphetamine psychosis in 2019 and has published extensively on this topic\, with over 37 research outputs and more than $11 million in grant funding focused on methamphetamine. Shalini is immediate past Chair of the RANZCP Faculty of Addiction Psychiatry\, past Board Director of the International Society of Addiction Medicine\, and Co-Editor-in-Chief of Advances in Dual Diagnosis. She works alongside clinician-researchers across addiction and mental health\, committed to building the evidence base for integrated care and treatments for people who use methamphetamine. \nDate: Tuesday\, 27 October 2026 \nTime: 1:00pm – 1:45PM \nCost: Online – A link will be sent to you before the webinar \nWho should attend: This webinar is only available to staff who are working in a Victorian Department of Health (DH) funded AOD organisation. \nRegistration:  Click here to register
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/candlshalarun/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261027T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261027T134500
DTSTAMP:20261018T042800
CREATED:20260804T010924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T001045Z
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SUMMARY:When the Prescription Becomes the Problem
DESCRIPTION:Registration:  This training is full \nWhen the Prescription Becomes the Problem: Assessing and Managing Dependence on Benzodiazepines\, Opioid Analgesics and other medications \nThis is a 45 minute Turning Point Connect & Learn webinar. To attend the webinar\, click the link below to register. \nDescription: This presentation will look at how concurrent alcohol use changes risk\, presentation and overdose potential\, and what clinicians need to watch for in day-to-day assessment and management. \nDr Basanth Kenchaiah is a general adult and addiction psychiatrist with a particular interest in prescription medication dependence and managing inappropriate polypharmacy. He works part time at GV Health and St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne\, in addition to private practice at Delmont Private Hospital. He sits on the executive committee of the Australian Deprescribing Network and was until recently Chair of the Subcommittee for Advanced Training in Addiction Psychiatry\, RANZCP. \nDate: Tuesday\,29 September \nTime: 1:00pm – 1:45PM \nCost: Online – A link will be sent to you before the webinar \nWho should attend: This webinar is only available to staff who are working in a Victorian Department of Health (DH) funded AOD organisation. \nRegistration:  Click here to register
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/candlshalarun-copy/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T163000
DTSTAMP:20261018T042800
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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:20261109T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261109T163000
DTSTAMP:20261018T042800
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SUMMARY:Professional Development Training - Suicide Prevention in the AOD Sector 
DESCRIPTION:**Workshop Full** \nThrough an exploration of the unique intersection between suicide risk and substance use\, this workshop will equip participants with practical\, evidence-informed approaches to identify risk\, engage in meaningful conversations\, and strengthen suicide prevention practice within AOD settings. \nworkshop objectives:  \n\nUnderstand the unique intersection between alcohol and other drug use and suicide\, including current evidence\, trends and contextual factors.\nRecognise and respond to indicators of suicide risk in AOD settings\, building confidence in conversations about suicide and safety.\nApply practical suicide prevention strategies within everyday AOD practice\, including risk management\, protective factors and pathways to support.\n\nDom Pezzutto has worked across suicide prevention\, mental health and AOD services in frontline\, leadership and education roles. She has contributed to suicide prevention service reform\, led workforce development initiatives supporting suicide prevention services across Australia\, and has experience spanning crisis intervention\, suicide bereavement support\, service design\, policy development and sector education. Drawing on experience across multiple service settings\, Dom brings a unique perspective on the intersection of suicide prevention and AOD practice\, helping workers recognise how culture\, context\, connection and everyday interactions can act as powerful suicide prevention strategies\, even when suicide prevention is not the primary focus of the work. \nWho should attend? Victorian Department Health funded AOD workers new to their role and/or those looking to refresh and update existing knowledge. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: This workshop is only available to staff who are working in a Victorian Department of Health (DH) funded AOD organisation in an AOD role. \nDate: Monday November 9\, 2026\nTime: 9:30am – 4:30pm\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.)\nNB: If you register and do not attend\, your organisation/manager will receive a fee\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-copy/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261110T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261110T163000
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SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing: Developing Skills (Intermediate)
DESCRIPTION:*This session is full*\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:20261111T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261111T140000
DTSTAMP:20261018T042800
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SUMMARY:Understanding Trauma and Addiction
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, November 11 April 2026 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nLocation: Online \nDescription: \nThis half day workshop provides AOD workers with information and strategies to work with clients who have histories of trauma and substance use. The workshop covers frameworks of trauma\, its impact on the brain\, the link between trauma and addiction\, and recommended treatment approaches when working with this cohort. \nEligibility Criteria \nThis training has been funded for workers employed in a Victorian State-funded Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) service including those under the AOD Traineeship Program. \nWho is not eligible? \nWorkers from other community sectors such as Family Violence\, Homelessness and Mental Health and AOD workers outside of Victoria. \nTerms & Conditions \nPlease ensure you have clearance from your line manager to attend. If you cannot attend\, cancel your registration and make your spot available to someone else on the waitlist.
URL:https://elevate.vaada.org.au/event/understanding-trauma-and-addiction-nov2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261126T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261126T153000
DTSTAMP:20261018T042800
CREATED:20260721T004724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T233858Z
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SUMMARY:MARAM In Practice: Family Violence in AOD Work
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is now full – you can join the waitlist here \n\nMARAM In Practice: Family Violence in AOD Work\, presented by Bella Tambakau & Sheridon Byrne  \nDate: Thursday 26th November 2026\nTime: 9:30am – 3:30pm\nVenue: Online\nCost: Free\nEnquiries: tp@turningpoint.org.au\nIMPORTANT NOTE: this training is only available to staff who are working in a Victorian Department of Health (DH) funded AOD organisation in an AOD role. \nThis workshop is designed for Victorian AOD workers\, ideally who have completed foundational MARAM training although not necessary. The workshop aims to enhance practical understanding and application of the MARAM framework and applying it to day-to-day work with clients.  \nParticipants will explore how to integrate MARAM principles into real-world scenarios through the use of case studies and facilitated breakout room discussions. These sessions will provide opportunities to apply knowledge\, share insights\, and learn from peers across the sector.  \nThe workshop will focus on strategies to keep victim-survivors safe\, reduce the risk of collusion with people using family violence\, and strengthen confidence in responding to complex situations.  \n Bella Tambakau is a Specialist Family Violence Advisor in Alcohol and Other Drugs\, auspice to Turning Point. Bella brings forth her extensive experience in the family violence sector in crisis and direct response to her current role\, where she supports AOD services to build family violence capacity and support the alignment to the MARAM framework. \n Sheridon Byrneis a Trainer within the workforce development team\, with over two decades of experience in the family violence sector. Her career spans a wide range of roles\, including work in women’s refuges\, family violence crisis counselling\, program coordination\, and project leadership. Sheridon has delivered significant training and capacity-building initiatives across multiple sectors\, particularly at the intersection of family violence\, alcohol and other drugs\, and mental health. Her work includes private consultation and the design of tailored training programs that support sustainable\, effective practice. Sheridon is deeply committed to fostering systemic change and empowering practitioners to engage in family violence work with confidence and resilience. \nWho should attend? This workshop is designed for Victorian AOD workers\, ideally who have completed foundational MARAM training although not necessary. The workshop aims to enhance practical understanding and application of the MARAM framework and applying it to day-to-day work with clients.  \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. \nRegister Here! \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/maram-26nov26/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261203T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261203T130000
DTSTAMP:20261018T042800
CREATED:20260714T051407Z
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SUMMARY:Walking the line - A workshop on professional boundaries (online)
DESCRIPTION:*To enrol\, change ‘Enrol Now’ to ‘I’m Going’. Check if you’ve enrolled correctly under ‘My Courses’\nDate:  Thursday\, 3 December 2026 \nTime: 9:30AM – 1:00PM \nLocation: Online (a link will be sent to your email address prior to the workshop date) \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-dec2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261210T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261210T163000
DTSTAMP:20261018T042800
CREATED:20251130T220328Z
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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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