Substance Misuse: Training

We specialise in delivery of training to the private, public and third sector on drug/alcohol misuse awareness.

OUR APPROACH:

• One day courses
• In house or external
• Courses running regularly throughout the North West & South West
• Training courses can also be tailored to the requirements of your organisation

For professionals, senior managers, line managers/supervisors, care workers, health & safety officers, hr personnel and volunteers - who may need to engage with individuals at risk of substance misuse or anyone who needs to have a working knowledge around drug/alcohol misuse.

GAIN KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF:

• The most commonly used drugs, including their street names and legal status
• The effects of misusing drugs and alcohol including physical, psychological and social implications
• Drugs and the Law (Misuse of Drugs Act 1971)
• Local substance misuse services and care pathways

These training courses support the following Drug & Alcohol National Occupational Standards (DANOS) competency units:

• AA1.1 Recognise indications of substance misuse
• HSC33 Develop your own knowledge and practice
• HSC22 Support the health and safety of yourself and individuals

Our trainers are expert in the support and development of service provision for substance mis-users, with more than 24 years experience of working in the substance misuse field, including delivering training on substance misuse to the Royal College of General Practitioners. See our Profiles.

Contact us by email info@etcetctraining.co.uk or telephone 01278 423983 for further information including dates and venues, or to discuss your organisation's needs.