Understanding Illicit Drugs
Aims Of The Course
This course will provide a more in-depth understanding of illicit drugs and their effects. It will provide participants with information on relevant policy and practice guidance, harm reduction approaches, 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 illicit drug use in Northern Ireland
- Identify types of drugs used/their effects
- Understand the legal framework for illicit drugs
- Identify the levels of harm for the user associated with drug misuse
- Understand the evidence/guidance regarding treatment
- Identify local services
Course Eligibility / Relevance
This course is available free to anyone working in the statutory or voluntary sector in Northern Ireland. Suitable for people that have a basic awareness of substances and want to get a more in depth understanding of Illicit Drugs
How this course will be delivered: This 3-hour interactive course will be delivered VIA ZOOM to a small group of up to 15 learners.
Included in This Course
- Course Materials (Digital Download)
- Certificate on Completion
Understanding Illicit Drugs 8 July 2026 10.00-13.00
This course will provide a more in-depth understanding of illicit drugs and their effects. It will provide participants with information on relevant policy and practice guidance, harm reduction approaches, and how to signpost clients to supports. Participants should already have a basic knowledge of drugs and alcohol before completing this course.
Understanding Illicit Drugs 3 June 2026 10.00-13.00
This course will provide a more in-depth understanding of illicit drugs and their effects. It will provide participants with information on relevant policy and practice guidance, harm reduction approaches, and how to signpost clients to supports. Participants should already have a basic knowledge of drugs and alcohol before completing this course.
Understanding Illicit Drugs 18 February 2026 10.00-13.00
This course will provide a more in-depth understanding of illicit drugs and their effects. It will provide participants with information on relevant policy and practice guidance, harm reduction approaches, and how to signpost clients to supports. Participants should already have a basic knowledge of drugs and alcohol before completing this course.
Understanding Illicit Drugs 15 January 2026 10.00-13.00
This course will provide a more in-depth understanding of illicit drugs and their effects. It will provide participants with information on relevant policy and practice guidance, harm reduction approaches, and how to signpost clients to supports. Participants should already have a basic knowledge of drugs and alcohol before completing this course.
Understanding Illicit Drugs 10 November 2025 10.00-13.00
This course will provide a more in-depth understanding of illicit drugs and their effects. It will provide participants with information on relevant policy and practice guidance, harm reduction approaches, and how to signpost clients to supports. Participants should already have a basic knowledge of drugs and alcohol before completing this course.
Understanding Illicit Drugs 20 October 2025 10.00-13.00
This course will provide a more in-depth understanding of illicit drugs and their effects. It will provide participants with information on relevant policy and practice guidance, harm reduction approaches, and how to signpost clients to supports. Participants should already have a basic knowledge of drugs and alcohol before completing this course.
Understanding Illicit Drugs 6 October 2025 10.00-13.00
This course will provide a more in-depth understanding of illicit drugs and their effects. It will provide participants with information on relevant policy and practice guidance, harm reduction approaches, and how to signpost clients to supports. Participants should already have a basic knowledge of drugs and alcohol before completing this course.
Understanding Illicit Drugs 15 September 2025 10.00-13.00
This course will provide a more in-depth understanding of illicit drugs and their effects. It will provide participants with information on relevant policy and practice guidance, harm reduction approaches, and how to signpost clients to supports. Participants should already have a basic knowledge of drugs and alcohol before completing this course.
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