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Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence

Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence

The RACGP > Faculties > RACGP Victoria > Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence (MATOD)

Addressing Australia’s Opioid Crisis: Become an accredited MATOD Prescriber

The opioid crisis in Australia is escalating, with rising rates of dependence, overdose and associated harm. Now more than ever, skilled prescribers are needed to provide safe, evidence-based treatment to support affected patients.

Our flexible training options empower you to develop the skills and confidence needed to manage opioid dependence effectively.This program can be completed in either an online or hybrid format.

Face-to-face Workshops

Engage in hands-on, interactive learning with expert facilitators.

Frankston – 23 March | 10am–3pm
Box Hill – 3 May | 10am–3pm
Dandenong – 16 May | 12pm–5pm
Glen Waverley – 19 June | 3:30pm–8:30pm

Register for Face-to-Face Workshops

Virtual Workshop

A structured online learning experience spaced over three interactive sessions.
Session 1 (2 hours)
Date: Tuesday, 11 March 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Session 2 (1.5 hours)
Date: Tuesday, 18 March 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Session 3 (1.5 hours)
Date: Tuesday, 25 March 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Please note: To successfully complete the MATOD program, you must attend all three virtual sessions.

Register for virtual Workshop

Online Training

Learn at your own pace via the gplearning platform.
Course Modules:

1. Opioids & Concepts – Understand opioid pharmacology, addiction principles, and opioid agonist therapy.
2. Kinetics & Dynamics – Learn how methadone and buprenorphine interact in the body.
3. Clinical Assessment – Explore patient evaluation in Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) treatment.
4. The Patient Arc – Follow the journey of opioid agonist therapy from induction to cessation.
5. Special Circumstances – Manage unique cases, including intoxication, overdoses, and pain management.
6. Pregnancy & Lactation – Address opioid treatment considerations during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
7. Opioid Agonist Therapy i Victoria – Understand local medico-legal and practical aspects of treatment.

Online Training

Need more information?

For further details contact the Victorian Faculty team on