Level 1 Award in Awareness of Substance Misuse
Gain an introductory knowledge to the dangers and risks of substance misuse
The Skills Network
Summary
This course is available via government funding, so at no cost to you. To be eligible for funding, ...
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Overview
This qualification aims to introduce you to the dangers and risks surrounding substance misuse. You will learn about different types of substances, why people take drugs, the laws surrounding drugs, the effects of drug use and perceptions of substance misuse.
Resources
- Course flyer: Level 1 Award in Awareness of Substance Misuse - download
Description
This course is split into 4 units:
Unit 1: Substances that are commonly misused
In this section, you will cover the reasons why people use substances, the types of substances that are misused and the factors that can influence the effects of substances.
Unit 2: The personal and social effects of substance misuse
You will study the harmful effects of substance misuse on individuals and society, as well as where to get support and advice on substance misuse.
Unit 3: The perceptions of and responses to substance misuse
This section covers how stereotyping affects users and how media reporting affects people's perceptions of substance misuse. You will also cover statistics about substance misuse.
Unit 4: Ways to promote healthy choices and build resilience
You will look at the risk factors and protective factors for substance misuse, ways to protect individuals from the risks of substance misuse and the barriers to making healthy choices.
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for anyone who wishes to gain knowledge of the causes and issues surrounding substance misuse, whether it be to benefit a career or better understand those who are affected.
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