Our course covers a wide range of issues related to substance misuse, including the social effects, health issues and various responses and interventions. The Responding to Substance Misuse course is excellent training for those working within a substance misuse environment and offers guidance at a deep yet comprehensive level.

This programme is designed to introduce the student to a variety of areas related to the use and misuse of a wide range of drugs, including both legal and illegal substances. It helps to develop increased understanding of these issues and the possible responses and interventions. The programme aims to provide a nationally accredited certificated programme in a wide range of substance misuse issues and the variety of responses and interventions available, provide a flexible learning opportunity that is accessible to a wide range of learners, provide the student with knowledge and understanding that can be used by those who either personally, voluntary or professionally have a special interest in this field

The objectives of the programme are to provide the student with an educational achievement that could enhance their career prospects in the area of substance use and misuse, as well as provide them with knowledge and information to support their current interests or job roles.

This course has been mapped to DANOS (Drug and Alcohol National Occupational Standards) and can be found on the DANOS Learning Resources Database. It helps people to develop their knowledge, skills and competence in the following DANOS units: AA1, AA3, AA4, AB2, AB5, AC1, AD1, AF2

ASET APRROVED LEVEL 2

Course syllabus:

	Symptoms, Effects and Paraphernalia of Drug Use
	The Law; Responses to Drug Use Including Harm Reduction and Interventions
	Drugs History; Drug Use and Facts; Attitudes and Values
	Volatile Substance Abuse
	Alcohol and Young People
	Drugs and Young People
	Drug Use and Blood-Borne Viruses

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.

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.