Substance Abuse and Drugs Misuse Level 3

Course Code: BA154
Award Level 3, Similar to - A-Level

All Drug Workers must be qualified to a level 3 standard in order to gain employment in the field.

Develop your understanding of the possible causes of substance and drug abuse and what treatments are available.
After studying for this course you will be aware of the help and advice that is made available for drug users and their family.
Gain the knowledge of how to work with people who are addicted to drugs and the history of drug use, rehabilitation programmes and the adverse effects on the human body.

All course materials will be delivered to you by post or via email, so it couldn't be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way by email.

You will have more than enough time to complete your course so you can work at your own pace. Completed coursework can be delivered by post or via email, so handing in an assignment is simple.

Home learning is simple and stress-free, so enrol with us today!

Course Content

Unit 1:

What is a drug?
Definitions of drugs
Types of Drugs
Depressants, stimulants and hallucinogens
Levels of drug use – experimental, recreational and dependent

Unit 2:

The history of drug use
Getting help
Tackling drug use
Helping someone with a drug problem
Emergencies
Is my child using drugs?
Why do we use drugs?

Unit 3:

Effects of drugs
Pharmacology
Quantity of the drug
Consumption
Short term/ long terms dangers
Smoking, snorting, injecting and inhaling
Overdose
Impurities
Damage
Expectations
Previous experiences
Moods
Physical health
Mental health
Body weight
Tolerance to drugs
Problematic drug use
Hierarchy of harm

Unit 4:

Models of care
Drug treatment provision
Harm reduction services
Counselling
Funding

Unit 5

Detoxification
Structured day programmes
Residential rehabilitation
12 STEPS
Substitute drug therapies

Assessment

You will be assessed through a series of written assignments, which are submitted to and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.

Course Duration

You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students will receive all course materials by post or online, plus tutor support by email.

Qualification

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Level 3 NCFE Award certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Course Questions and Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

You will have 12 months to complete this course so you can study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines. This course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

Student record bag
Pen
Mouse mat
Study guide
Comprehensive study notes
Personal tutor support
Assignment marking and feedback
Accreditation

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

No. Your certification is issued based on your tutor-marked assignments alone.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

No. Everything you need is included in the price!

Q: How do I get my work assessed?

All students will receive envelopes in which to return completed coursework. You will send your work back to your personal course tutor for them to mark and return to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your certification.