Anti-Doping in Sport Foundations (ADSF) Program
Online
Flexible start dates
Self-paced learning
Industry‑recognised
certification
Gain a solid foundation in the key concepts, processes and regulatory frameworks of doping and anti-doping in sport.
The Anti-Doping in Sport Foundations (ADSF) program provides an in-depth look at prohibited substances, the processes of testing, and the global regulations that shape anti-doping activities.
You'll learn the motivations behind the use of prohibited substances and methods, the historical and global structure of anti-doping efforts, the importance of clean sport values, and prevention through education.
You'll also explore the evolving challenges in anti-doping and the collaborative measures taken to keep sports clean for the athletes of the world.
How you'll learn
You’ll learn through a series of 6 online modules.
Training is delivered by international ITA experts in doping control operations and anti-doping best practice.
Assessment
Online final exam, with formative assessment questions throughout the learning.
Start dates
Monthly, on demand.
To enrol in this course you must be a current UQ staff member, student or alumni.
You must also have:
- English proficiency (oral and written)
- no criminal record.
All UQ Skills programs require access to a computer with a Windows operating system, up-to-date versions of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader, and a reliable internet connection.
$84
This course does not include nationally recognised units of competency and does not lead to an AQF qualification.
It provides an industry‑recognised certification issued by the International Testing Agency (ITA) and is respected and recognised across the globe in the sports sector.
Topics covered:
- drug use in sport and the global anti-doping network
- prevention and detection of doping
- prohibited substances in sport
- regulatory aspects of clean sport
- testing and whereabouts
- keeping ahead of doping in sport.
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