The Foundation Course - June 2023
About
The Foundation Course, hosted by the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation provides an introduction to gambling-related harm in Victoria. It provides an overview of prevention programs and support services funded by the Foundation across Victoria. It's ideal for new staff members from the Foundation-funded gambling harm prevention and support sector.NOTE: Participants must complete seven online modules (30 minutes each) before attending the Foundation Course webinar.
Topics covered:
• Gambling in Victoria: products, participation, costs, and regulation
• Gambling harm prevention: public health approach and partnership programs
• Marketing campaigns and strategic communication
• Clinical perspective of gambling harm: understanding gambling harm, risk factors, causes, and treatment approaches
• Gambler’s Help: overview of service model and support options available
• Intake and assessment of clients to Gambler’s Help
• Mental health and gambling harm
Location
Online event access details will be provided by the event organiser