Certificate in Substance Misuse – Level 1

Level: 1 | Duration: 7 Weeks | Start Date: 15/01/2025 or 16/01/2025
Details: Wednesday, 6pm – 8pm or Thursday, 9.30am – 11.30am

THIS COURSE IS NOW FULL FOR JANUARY 2025

What is this course about?
Look at the types of substances that are misused, recognise the symptoms of substance misuse and its effects on the individual and society. An NCFE Award in Substance Misuse Awareness can be achieved.

What will I learn on this course?
What substances are commonly misused and why, factors that make people more susceptible to substance misuse, signs and symptoms of substance misuse, the effects substance misuse has on individuals and society and the effects media reporting affects peoples perceptions of substance use.

Enrichment opportunities
There is the potential for course related enrichment such as trips and guest speakers. You will have the opportunity to work with others in a supportive and friendly environment.

Why choose Riverside College?
Fun, motivating lessons which aim to build your confidence in understanding alcohol misuse. We also offer our part time students a varied enrichment programme to enhance your experience at college including guest speakers, trips and fun evenings

How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed with your progress throughout the course and you will complete a workbook that will be assessed at the end of the course.

What are the entry requirements?
No formal qualifications are required for this course

Are there any costs associated with this course?
Course Fee: £60 (TBC)
Many of our learners study for free, see our fees page here to see if you can study for free.

What can this course lead on to?
Level 1 Mental Heath Awareness and Level 1 Alcohol Misuse.