Why ?

Professionals working with service-users often lack awareness of current substance misuse trends and their legal responsibilities.

What are the benefits ?

Completion of this course will give professionals the confidence to support service users in this complex area. Participants will also gain awareness of the direct links between substance misuse and mental health and physical health problems.

Course Details :

• Overview of current substance misuse patterns.
• The legal responsibilities for professionals working with individuals using illicit substances.
• Awareness of the link between substance misuse and dual-diagnosis.
• Supporting individuals to reduce their substance misuse (including referring to specialist support agencies).
• Basic harm-minimisation strategies.