GCO Annual Training Canberra, ACT
Gambling Contact Officer - Annual Training
Training delivery method: Face-to-face
To remain eligible for appointment as a GCO in the ACT, persons must complete an approved GCO training session in each calendar year of their appointment. Successfully completing this face-to-face course fulfils the annual training requirements of Gambling Contact Officers.
Pre-requisite: To undertake the GCO Annual Training you must have completed the Gambling Contact Officer Training.
GCO Annual Training in Canberra, ACT
Access Recognised Training has been contracted by the ACT Gambling and Racing Commission to deliver the approved annual Gambling Contact Officer (GCO) Training in 2025 (previously conducted by Wisdom Learning). The training course has been fully funded by the Commission and must be refreshed annually.
Course Duration and Delivery Dates for 2025
The GCO Annual Training course takes 4 hours to complete. All course materials and catering will be provided.
Course enrolments are NOW OPEN.
Location: All courses to be held at Access Recognised Training - Level 10/59 Cameron Avenue Belconnen ACT.
Tentative Courses Dates and Times
(Maximum three (3) attendees per gaming machine licensee, per course).
Course 1: 17/3/2025, 9am - 1pm:
Course 2: 14/4/2025, 12pm - 4pm:
Course 3: 12/5/2025, 9am - 1pm:
Course 4: 16/6/2025, 12pm - 4pm
Course 5: 14/7/2025, 5.30pm - 9.30pm.
Course 6: 15/9/2025, 9am - 1pm.
Course 7: 13/10/2025, 12pm - 4pm.
Course 8: 17/11/2025, 9am - 1pm.
About the Course
The Gambling Contact Officer (GCO) Annual Training Course is designed to equip GCOs with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to effectively identify and address gambling harm. This training adopts a public health approach, emphasising harm prevention, reduction strategies, emotional support, and regulatory compliance. Through interactive discussions, real-world scenarios, and expert insights, participants will gain practical tools to foster safer gambling environments and support patrons in need.
Certification
All course participants will receive an e-copy certificate sent to their nominated e-mail account.
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