Overview

This Foundation level course raises awareness of the issue of drug misuse in young people. It will provide learners with knowledge about substances and how they affect those under the influence of them. The course will guide learners in talking to Children and Young People about drugs and how to help a Child or Young Person with a substance misuse problem. The programme benefits from narrative scenarios and activities with ongoing assessment making it engaging and interactive.  

Aims & Objectives:

• Develop understanding around the different terms.
• Understand the dangers of drug misuse.
• Understand the effects of drugs on children.
• Identify signs of children taking drugs.
• Explain what actions to be taken in emergency and non-emergency situations.
• How to approach and talk with children about drugs and the dangers.

Audience:

Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Children’s Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Education Workers