Courses / DRUG AWARENESS COURSE
DRUG AWARENESS COURSE
- Provider
- Distance Learning Centre
- Summary
- This programme is designed for students who wish to gain an understanding of principles and practice of Drugs awareness. No prior knowledge is required.
About the Course
- Target
- The Objectives of the Course are to gain a better understanding of drugs in society and their use and misuse. The course is particularly suitable for people who may encounter drug related problems and wish to learn how to respond.
- Entry requirements
- No specific entry requirements
- Outcome
- Certificate in Drugs Awareness (Level 2) from ASET
- Qualifications
- The course consists of 4 lessons with set assignments to complete. The qualification is gained from your coursework and there is no exam to complete. On completion of this course students will be awarded with the ASET Level 2 Certificate in Drug Awareness. Thisaward is at an equivalent to GCSE or NVQ Level 2.
- Content
- Students receive a course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by mail and email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration.
The Course Includes the Following 4 Lessons:-- Lesson One – Introduction to Drug Use and Misuse
The following topics are covered: History of drug use; drug terms; differences between depressants, stimulants, hallucinogens and tranquillisers; potential effects that drugs have on individuals; understanding of the law in relation to drugs; effects of drugs in the work place; and statistics relating to drug us.- Lesson Two – Dealing with Other Substances
The following topics are covered: Compare the differences between different types of volatile substances; and understand the potential effects that volatile substances can have on individuals.- Lesson Three – Levels of Drug Use, Risks and Harm Reduction
The following topics are covered: Understand the different levels of drug dependency; stages of changing behaviour; and methods of harm reduction, including experimental, recreation, dependency, the cycle of change, harm reduction.- Lesson Four – Types of Treatment Interventions Available
The following topics are covered: Understand what types of treatment interventions are available; Identify national contacts which provide advice and information - Lesson One – Introduction to Drug Use and Misuse
- Cost
- £195
- Enrolment
- Website
- www.distance-learning-centre.co.uk
Availability
- Duration
- variable - home study
- Timetable
- Approx 120 hours
- Provider
- Distance Learning Centre
Venues/Contact
Main
Swaledale
4 Coaley Lane
Newbottle, Houghton le Spring
Tyne & Wear
DH4 4SQ
UNITED KINGDOM
Telephone 0845 129 7238
Fax 0845 129 7239
Website http://www.distance-learning-centre.co.uk
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