The Drugs Awareness programme is designed to be an introduction to drug use and misuse, and aims to provide the student with basic knowledge of drugs and other related substances and the health issues surrounding them.

The Drugs Awareness course covers both legal and illegal substances and looks at their effects, consequences and legislation. It also offers an introduction to drug use in society and the relevant responses and interventions.

The course intends to enhance students’ knowledge of drugs, their use and misuse, provide a basis for individuals to develop increased social awareness, assist in the support for the relevant government policy through an educational model, provide students with knowledge in relation to health issues surrounding the use and misuse of different types of drugs and other substances and provide the student with the basic drug knowledge required to progress to a higher-level qualification.

This course will benefit a range of people, including social and health care professionals, youth workers, community groups, parents/carers and volunteers. Teachers, police and prison officers and support workers in substance misuse agencies will also find the Drugs Awareness Certificate a useful award to acquire, as well as individuals just wishing to improve personal knowledge on this subject.

ASET Approved........

What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

There are no previous skills or qualifications reqiuired to register for this study programme.

What if I have a question relating to my course?

All students on this course will be registered to a personal tutor who is contactable via email or telephone. Details will be in your study pack.

How long will this course take to complete?

All students have one year to complete this course from date of registration. Average study of 120 hours in total.

What exactly is included in the cost of my course?

• Accredited course
• Comprehensive study notes
• Full support Mon-Fri
• ASET registration
• Certification

What qualification is awarded upon completion?

Do I have to sit an exam?

No! This course is completed using continual assessment, allowing your tutor to closely monitor your progress every step of the way. Therefore no examination is required.

Course syllabus:

The course consists of the modules listed below.

	Module 1: Introduction to Drug Use; Depressants
	The History of Drug Use
	Drug Terms Used
	The Main Drug Laws
	Broad Drug Categories
	Module 2: Stimulants, Hallucinogens, Tranquillisers
	Stimulants - Caffeine, Amphetamines, Cocaine & Crack, Ecstasy
	Hallucinogens - Magic Mushrooms, LSD
	Tranquillisers - Benzodiazepines, including Rohypnol
	Module 3: More Substances
	Including Cannabis, Tobacco, Ketamine, Chocolate, Anabolic Steroids, Poppers (Nitrites), Solvents (Volatile Substances)
	Module 4: Drug Use - various interventions
	Drug Use in Society
	Cycle of Change (Prochaska & Di Clemente)
	Reducing Drug Use
	Treatment Interventions
	Some National Organisations

What are the career opportunities and salary potential when working in this field?

When giving our students careers advice, we like to leave it to the experts. Visit www.s1jobs.com and see for yourself. You will find thousands of national employment opportunities at your fingertips, giving you relevant and up to date information. By visiting them you will get the real facts. There is also the opportunity to work on a self employed basis and offer a service to companies.

Can you send me this info in the post?

Unfortunately not, we list all our course details online including fees, duration and syllabus. By doing this we are able to keep our fees to a minimum. Please contact us if you have further questions.

Can I pay the course fees in installments?

Yes no problem at all. Take a look at the payment method page in the top right hand corner for further details. Payment plans can only be arranged by calling FREE on 0800 0131030. All payment plans incur a £15.00 admin charge.

What if I receive my course and it’s not suitable?

We offer a seven day money back guarantee on this course. If for any reason you are not happy please return it to our office within seven days of receipt and we will refund your money. Please be aware all courses require a signature upon receipt. The seven day period starts from the date it is signed for. No refunds are given after seven days whatever the circumstances. Money back guarantee excludes postage costs. It is also the student’s responsibility to cover return postage costs. All returns must be sent recorded delivery to our trading address shown on the contact us page.