Addressing alcohol and drug-related issues: Reducing harm and supporting positive change.

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Addressing alcohol and drug-related issues: Reducing harm and supporting positive change.

Understanding Alcohol 8 August 2024 10.00-13.00

Current Status
Ended
Price
Free
Course ended

Date & Duration:

 8th August 2024 @ 10am

This 3-hour interactive course will be delivered VIA ZOOM to a small group of up to 15 learners.

 

Aim of the Course:

This course will provide a more in-depth understanding of alcohol, its effects, and how alcohol affects users and other around them. It will provide information on relevant guidance for addressing alcohol misuse, and how to signpost clients to supports. Participants should already have a basic knowledge of drugs and alcohol before completing this course.  

 

Course Learning Outcomes: 

  • Understand the prevalence of alcohol use in Northern Ireland 
  • Understand the legal framework for alcohol 
  • Understand alcohol units Identify levels of harm associated with alcohol misuse (for the user) 
  • Understand evidence and guidance regarding alcohol use 
  • Understand methods used in assisting with alcohol-related behaviour change 
  • Identify relevant local services

Course Content