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TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Substance Misuse
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Price
£379 inc VAT
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Study method
Online
Course format
Reading material - article/plain text
Duration
12 months · Self-paced
Qualification
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Substance Misuse (RQF)
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Overview

This TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Substance Misuse qualification is designed to give learners a full insight into the types of substances which people can begin misusing. With units on drug use, legalisation and intervention, the course covers a range of different areas designed to provide a full understanding of substance misuse to students.

Qualification

Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Substance Misuse (RQF)

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About this course

Understanding what substance misuse is and the various different interventions available for users is crucial for anyone who works in a mental health or substance abuse-related role. This course is perfect for those looking to get a full overview of the legal implications of taking different substances and how to support those who are struggling with addiction.

Study time 65 hours

Enrollment length 12 months

Course format Online

Entry requirements None specific

Course content

Unit 1: Understanding Drug Use: Facts, Effects, Symptoms and Attitudes

In this unit, you will learn about a range of substances that can be misused and their street names. You will learn about reasons why some people misuse substances and the methods of substance use and the paraphernalia associated with the different methods.

Unit 2: Understanding Alcohol and Drug Use in Young People

In this unit, you will learn about the effects of alcohol and substance misuse on the physical, emotional and psychological health of young people. You will also be able to identify risks to their welfare and to their relationships when misusing substances. You will also learn about the many sources of help and information for young people on substance misuse and explain the key differences between them.

Unit 3: Understanding Responses to Substance Misuse: Legislation, Harm Reduction and Interventions

In this unit, you will learn about the legislation which relates to substance misuse and describe the difference between legal and illegal drugs and the class and schedule systems used for classification of substances. You will also learn how to describe the ‘Cycle of Change’ model as developed by J. Prochaska and C. DiClemente.

Who is this course for?

This course is perfect for those looking to get a full overview of the legal implications of taking different substances and how to support those who are struggling with addiction.

Requirements

No entry requirements.

Career path

This course is great for people already working in a health care, mental health care or counselling role.

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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