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Awareness of Substance Misuse

Level 1 Award

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Availability & Details

Awareness of Substance Misuse - Level 1 - Distance Learning Havant HD1-AOSM1A/C01

Venue
Online

Type of study
Online Learning

Dates
Flexible ()

Examination board
NCFE
Fees
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Overview

Want to understand the dangers of substance misuse and learn how to keep yourself and others safe? This Level 1 Award provides a comprehensive introduction to substance misuse, covering everything from different types of substances to the signs and symptoms of addiction.

Please contact adultlearning@hsdc.ac.uk for specific entry requirements.

To enrol on this Adult Learning course you must be aged 19 years or over.

Section 1: Substances that are commonly misused and why,

Section 2: The personal and social effects of substance misuse,

Section 3: The perceptions of and responses to substance misuse,

Section 4: Ways to promote healthy choices and build resilience.

Once you have enrolled on the course, you will be allocated a tutor and assigned to your learning platform. An induction will follow and then you will be able to commence your course.

You will be assessed by submitting individual units of work and will receive feedback for each unit as you progress. There is no final exam.

On completion of this course, you will be ready for the workplace or have enhanced your existing work skills. You could progress on to any other distance learning course or look at the Level 3 options.

The staff that will be supporting you through this course have sector expertise.


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