New Psychoactive Substances 26 February 2026 10.00-13.30

Date & Duration:

26 February 2026 @ 10am

This 3.5-hour interactive course will be delivered VIA ZOOM to a small group of up to 15 learners on one half day.

This informational/interactive session will enhance learners’ knowledge around the use and misuse of New Psychoactive Substances (NPS, also known as “research chemicals” and formerly called “legal highs”), including synthetic cannabinoid receptor agonists (“spice”), synthetic cathinones, new synthetic opioids, “street” benzodiazepines, and psychedelic and dissociative NPS.

Course Learning Outcomes: 

• Understand the history of New Psychoactive Substances (NPS) 
• Understand the prevalence of NPS use 
• Identify types of NPS and their effects 
• Understand the legal framework for NPS 
• Identify approaches to working with people using NPS 
• Identify sources of support