OCN Level 3 Award in Tackling Substance Misuse

Course Duration

12 Weeks, 1 Day Per Week. Week 1-5 Principles in Tackling Substance Misuse. Week 6-10 Assessment Planning and Care. Week 11 & 12 Optional Module

Aims Of The Course

Provides a professional qualification in Drugs and Alcohol for those whose work requires a considerable level of knowledge and competence in addressing substance misuse issues.

Course Learning Outcomes

Understand the principles of tackling substance misuse.
Be able to carry out assessments of those misusing substances, to identify and prioritise their needs.
Be able to work with the client to develop a care plan for them.
Be able to help individuals address their substance use through their care plan.
Know how to provide ongoing support individuals who are substance users.
Be able to assess any immediate risk of danger to individuals who have used alcohol or other substances, and address these risks.
Understand how to help transfer individuals between agencies and services.
Support those affected by someone else’s use of alcohol or other substances to access appropriate services.
Know how to use recognised theoretical models to provide therapeutic support to individuals who misuse substances.
Have an increased awareness about substances, their use and effects.