Courses
Substance Misuse
Course Overview
This course will enable staff working with young people to gain an understanding of the most up to date Substance Misuse information, including what substances are called, what they look like and also practical techniques for positive intervention.
Who is it for?
Ideal for all professionals working within educational establishments across the UK including Primary, Secondary and Independent Schools, The Youth Justice System, Connexions, CareersWales/Scotland, F.E. Colleges and Work Based Learning Providers (E2E).
What will you gain from this course?
- An up to date overview of the national statistics and an understanding of the scale of Substance Misuse amongst young people
- Increased awareness of the changing face of the drug scene and how to respond to the emergence of internet drugs including Mephedrone, NRG-1, Spice and MDPV
- To help you understand the ACCE profile (alcohol, cannabis, cocaine, ecstasy) and young people
- Gain a young persons' perspective. Understanding different substances including street names, effects, and other characteristics
- The most up to date and effective guidance in recognising and responding to young people under the influence of substances
- The opportunity to identify the potential impact of substance misuse on educational attainment and health
Duration: 1 Day
Location: Training can be delivered at your premises or at Portal's Training Centre
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