AVONDALE UNIVERSITY · AUSTRALIA
Nicotine Addiction, Smoking and Vaping Cessation (PDLMCES)
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- 21 hours of CPDAccreditation
- Contributes to Tobacco Treatment Specialist status (APSAD)Professional Recognition
- Taught by experts in the fieldExpert Faculty
- Recorded sessions for flexible reviewLearning Flexibility
This course provides in-depth knowledge and practical skills in the field of nicotine addiction, smoking, and vaping cessation. It is designed for professionals in primary and allied healthcare settings who wish to enhance their expertise in this critical area. The program focuses on the causes, consequences, treatment, and research related to tobacco smoking, vaping, and nicotine addiction, emphasizing evidence-based cessation techniques. Upon completion, attendees will receive a course certificate and can claim 21 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD). This course also contributes towards gaining an APSAD (Australasian Professional Society for Alcohol and Other Drugs) credential, which can lead to Tobacco Treatment Specialist status. The course is hosted by Professor Renee Bittoun and taught by experienced experts in nicotine addiction and smoking cessation. All sessions are recorded, allowing for flexible review within a limited timeframe.
Curriculum
The course covers key topics essential for understanding and addressing nicotine addiction and its related behaviours.
- Course Topics
- Causes of tobacco smoking, vaping, and nicotine addiction
- Consequences of tobacco smoking, vaping, and nicotine addiction
- Treatment strategies for nicotine addiction
- Research in tobacco smoking, vaping, and nicotine addiction
- Evidence-based smoking cessation techniques
- Evidence-based vaping cessation techniques
- Practical application of interventions
- Implementation and evaluation of interventions
Careers
Graduates of this program will gain specialised skills applicable in various healthcare settings, enhancing their ability to assist individuals in quitting smoking and vaping.
- Primary Healthcare Professional
- Allied Healthcare Professional
- Tobacco Treatment Specialist (upon obtaining APSAD credential)
- Health Educator
Frequently asked questions
- What are the entry requirements for the Nicotine Addiction, Smoking and Vaping Cessation certificate?
- Interest in completing the training is the primary requirement. There are no specific academic prerequisites listed for this short course.
- How much does the Nicotine Addiction, Smoking and Vaping Cessation certificate cost?
- Detailed tuition and living costs are not provided on the university's main fees page. Please refer to the specific course brochure or contact the Course Coordinator for fee information.
- How can I apply for the Nicotine Addiction, Smoking and Vaping Cessation certificate?
- To apply, download the course brochure from the university website and then email your expression of interest to the Course Coordinator at lifestylemedicine@avondale.edu.au.
- What are the career outcomes for graduates of this program?
- Graduates can enhance their skills as Primary Healthcare Professionals or Allied Healthcare Professionals. The course also contributes towards becoming a Tobacco Treatment Specialist upon obtaining an APSAD credential.
- Does this course offer Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours?
- Yes, upon completion, attendees can claim 21 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
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Fees
Tuition (international)Please refer to the course brochure or contact the Course Coordinator for international tuition fees.
Tuition (home)Please refer to the course brochure or contact the Course Coordinator for domestic tuition fees.
Living—
This is a short course; detailed annual tuition and living costs are not provided on the university's main fees page, which focuses on higher education units. Please refer to the specific course brochure for cost information.
How to apply
1. Download the Course BrochureObtain detailed information about the program by downloading the official course brochure from the university website.
2. Email Your Expression of InterestSend an email to the Course Coordinator at lifestylemedicine@avondale.edu.au to express your interest in the program.
Accreditation
This course offers 21 hours of CPD and contributes towards an APSAD credential for Tobacco Treatment Specialist status.
Frequently asked questions
What are the entry requirements for the Nicotine Addiction, Smoking and Vaping Cessation certificate?
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Interest in completing the training is the primary requirement. There are no specific academic prerequisites listed for this short course.
How much does the Nicotine Addiction, Smoking and Vaping Cessation certificate cost?
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Detailed tuition and living costs are not provided on the university's main fees page. Please refer to the specific course brochure or contact the Course Coordinator for fee information.
How can I apply for the Nicotine Addiction, Smoking and Vaping Cessation certificate?
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To apply, download the course brochure from the university website and then email your expression of interest to the Course Coordinator at lifestylemedicine@avondale.edu.au.
What are the career outcomes for graduates of this program?
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Graduates can enhance their skills as Primary Healthcare Professionals or Allied Healthcare Professionals. The course also contributes towards becoming a Tobacco Treatment Specialist upon obtaining an APSAD credential.
Does this course offer Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours?
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Yes, upon completion, attendees can claim 21 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).