Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence (MATOD) - online program

Webinar 5 Jun, 2:05 PM - 31 Dec, 12:00 AM (AEDT)

The opioid crisis in Australia continues to grow, with increasing rates of dependence, overdose and harm. Skilled prescribers are urgently needed to provide safe, evidence-based treatment for affected patients. 
 


Gain MATOD accreditation and build confidence in opioid dependence treatment with our flexible training options, whilst earning CPD hours. 

Online Training:

Learn at your own pace via the GP learning platform.

Duration: 4-5 hours

Module 1: Opioids and Concepts

Introduces foundational knowledge in opioid pharmacology, addiction theory and the rationale for opioid agonist therapy (OAT), establishing the clinical context for subsequent modules.

Module 2: Kinetics and Dynamics – Methadone and Buprenorphine

Provides practitioners with an applied understanding of how methadone and buprenorphine interact with the body, informing clinical decision-making.

Module 3: Clinical Assessment

Outlines a structured, evidence-informed approach to assessing patients with suspected OUD in primary and specialist settings.

Module 4: The Patient Arc

Maps the full clinical trajectory of OAT, from treatment induction to cessation, highlighting longitudinal care considerations.

Module 5: Special Circumstances

Equips clinicians to manage complex clinical scenarios that affect the safety and efficacy of OAT delivery.

Module 6: Pregnancy and Lactation

Covers safe and effective OAT delivery during pregnancy and breastfeeding, incorporating neonatal and maternal considerations.

Module 7: Opioid Agonist Therapy in Victoria

Provides a jurisdiction-specific overview of legal, regulatory and clinical frameworks guiding the delivery of OAT in Victoria.

Module 8: Nurse Practitioner Perspective (Optional)

Promotes interprofessional collaboration by exploring the role and scope of nurse practitioners (NPs) in the OAT space.