WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
All front line staff who work to support adults with alcohol and or drug addiction issues. This is a basic awareness course to help staff recognise the symptoms and be able to increase their confidence in supporting adults and knowing how to signpost for further support.
WHY DO YOU NEED THIS COURSE?
To enable staff to increase their awareness thus confidence to provide excellent support for adults with substance misuse issues
OBJECTIVES
To provide front line staff with the knowledge to provide the best and informed support that they are able with the adults whom they work to support
- Gain a basic awareness of drug and alcohol misuse
- Types and strengths of drug and alcohol
- Understand how to assess and recognise abuse
- Be competent in signposting adults to relevant support
COURSE CONTENT
- Types of drugs and alcohol
- Abuse indicators
- Dangers of abuse
- Stigma
- Treatments and support
OVERALL COURSE BENEFITS
Drug and alcohol awareness is a ½ -day training course which has been designed to provide key staff with the skills to understand the types of drugs and alcohol, the dangers, stigma and support. This course equips front line staff with the knowledge and skills to be effective in their role