Course Details
This programme is designed for people who wish to gain an awareness of drug and alcohol misuse together with the risks and effects associated with misuse, the law and prevention measures. No prior knowledge is required. The objectives of the course are to enable learners to: (1) obtain a better understanding about drugs and alcohol misuse, (2) obtain knowledge about the different types of drugs available and their side effects and use, (3) gain a better understanding why people take drugs, (4) obtain a better understanding about why people use Alcohol, (5) find out what treatment is available in your area and how to access it, and (6) find out how to set up a drug or alcohol abuse treatment programme in your area.
Students receive a course manual, assignments and studyguide plus Tutor support. The course documentation for this NCFE accredited course is detailed and easy to read. Your Tutor will support you throughout the duration of the course. Our student support team are also available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your course. You can be assured that support is available for your course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies.
Topics Covered in this Course
Unit 1: Introduction
- General introduction
- Understanding Social use from Substance Abuse, Alcoholism and Addiction
- Social Drinking and Drug Abuse
- Alcoholism and Drug Addiction
- Alcohol and Drug Use Management
- Information on Drugs imports in the European Union.
Unit 2: The A-Z of drugs - effects, risks and the law
- Introduction
- The effects of drugs
- The risks associated with drugs
- The law relating to drugs
Unit 3: Alcohol Abuse
- Introduction
- Binge Drinking
- Guidelines
- The effect of Alcohol on the Human Body
- Alcohol and Crime
Unit 4: Why People use Drugs and Alcohol
- Introduction
- Attitudes About Drugs
- Drug Prevention and Awareness
Unit 5: Drug and Alcohol Prevention and Awareness
- Introduction
- Drug and Alcohol Prevention Programmes
Who should complete this course?
- People considering a career in Counselling.
- Parents, Teachers and Childcare workers.
- People who wish to gain a professional, accredited qualification in Child Counselling and wish to study at their own pace, and in their own time.
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites
Assessment
- This course is assessed through a series of tutor marked assignments. There is no exam with this course.
Accreditation
- At the end of this course, successful learners will receive a level 2 NCFE Award certificate in Drug and Alcohol Misuse. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 2 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
- Please note that there is a EUR60 fee payable for administration, moderation and certification.
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