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Level 1

VBA Training


The Level 1 VBA Training is recommended to complete before the Level 2. This is delivered virtually as a 1-hour workshop. The VBA is open to all regardless of their role.

The four Very Brief Advice (VBA) training modules are essential training for anyone who comes into contact with people who smoke in

  • primary care (VBA+),

  • pregnant women (VBA for Pregnant Women),

  • parents and carers of children (VBA on Secondhand Smoke),

  • and those working with people experiencing homelessness (VBA+ for Homelessness Services).


Level 2

Stop Smoking Practitioner Training


The Level 2 Stop Smoking Practitioner Training is delivered face to face across two days. The Level 2 is suited for those who will be delivering the smoking cessation treatment.

The Level 2 training will focus on: 

  •  Introduction

  •  Smoking in the population

  •  Smoking and health

  •  Special populations

  •  Behavioural support

  •  Nicotine

  •  Stop smoking aids overview

  •  Nicotine replacement therapies

  •  Nicotine vapes (electronic cigarettes)

  •  Varenicline

  •  Cytisinicline

  •  Other treatments

  •  Introduction to the practice section