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.

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 This course will provide a more in-depth understanding of cocaine and crack cocaine, their effects, risks/harms associated with their misuse, and harm reduction strategies. Participants should already have a basic knowledge of drugs and alcohol before completing this course.

 

Course Learning Outcomes: 

 

  • Describe the prevalence of cocaine and crack- cocaine misuse in Northern Ireland 
  • Identify ways these drugs are misused and their effects 
  • Identify risks and harms for the user associated with the misuse of cocaine and crack cocaine 
  • Explain key harm reduction strategies 
  • Identify local substance misuse services

Included in this course:

Course Materials (Digital Download)

ASCERT Cocaine Misuse Handout-compressed

Cocaine Fact Sheet

Overdose and Emergencies Guide

Course Content