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Free Level 1 Alcohol Course Online – Education Training Collective

CostFREE
Duration2 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Alcohol Course. Study online at your own pace. You need to be 19 or over and a UK resident for at least 3 years to be eligible for free funding. The course covers units of alcohol, the psychological effects of alcohol misuse, and the physical effects on the body. It typically takes 2 weeks to complete. You can study when it suits you, without travelling to a centre.

Who this course is for

The Alcohol Awareness course is designed to allow learners to increase knowledge around alcohol use and misuse. The course will introduce units of alcohol along with both the psychological and physical effects of alcohol misuse. The course allows learners to gain confidence around alcohol misuse; there is a high success rate for learners achieving this qualification.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for funding for the level 1 courses available learners need to be 19+ and a resident in the UK for 3 years.

Cost: Fee may apply depending on individual circumstance. Please contact our admissions team to discuss fees and any related fund

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how alcohol units are measured and what they mean
  • You'll learn about the short-term and long-term physical effects of alcohol misuse
  • You'll explore the psychological effects of alcohol misuse
  • You'll develop knowledge of the risks associated with alcohol use
  • You'll gain confidence discussing alcohol misuse and its impact

How you will learn

You study entirely online, working through the course material at your own pace. Assessment is built into the online learning. You'll complete tasks and activities that test your knowledge of alcohol awareness as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Education Training Collective will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supporting clients with alcohol-related needs
  • Support worker in substance misuse or community settings
  • Healthcare assistant in NHS or community health roles
  • Youth worker helping young people understand alcohol risks
  • Housing support worker working with vulnerable adults
  • Retail or bar staff needing awareness of alcohol misuse

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Alcohol and Drug Awareness: builds on this qualification with a deeper look at substance misuse.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health: many people affected by alcohol misuse also experience mental health challenges.
  • Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification: a natural next step if you want to work in care or support roles.
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