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Free Level 2 Substance Misuse Course in Liverpool

CostFREE
Duration2 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyHighfield Awarding Body awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Substance Misuse Course in Liverpool. Classes run at 3D Training, daytime and flexible over around 2 months.

The course is fully funded for Liverpool City Region residents. You'll explore how drugs and alcohol affect people, how to recognise signs of misuse, and how to respond. Topics include solvents, the UK's approach to substance misuse, and the values that should shape the support you offer. There are no formal entry requirements.

You'll finish with a Highfield Level 2 Award in Substance Misuse.

Who this course is for

This qualification combines an introductory knowledge of drug and alcohol misuse with an understanding of the key principles and values that should underpin the support offered to people misusing substances and the United Kingdom’s response to substance misuse. Learners will gain understanding of how to recognise and respond to substance misuse, solvents and options/ interventions for those affected by substance misuse.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how drug and alcohol misuse affects individuals and communities.
  • You'll learn to recognise the signs of substance misuse, including solvents.
  • You'll explore the key values and principles that underpin effective support.
  • You'll understand the UK's response to substance misuse.
  • You'll learn about the interventions and options available to people affected by substance misuse.
  • You'll develop the knowledge to respond appropriately when someone needs help.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at 3D Training, with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is delivered through taught sessions covering drug and alcohol awareness, support principles, and the UK policy context. Assessment is based on the Highfield Award specification and will confirm your understanding of the course content.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. 3D Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker, assists adults affected by substance misuse in community settings.
  • Mental health support worker, works alongside people with co-occurring mental health and substance misuse needs.
  • Residential support worker, provides day-to-day support in residential care or recovery housing.
  • Youth support worker, supports young people at risk of or affected by substance misuse.
  • Drug and alcohol outreach worker, connects people to services and support in the community.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award or Certificate in Substance Misuse, a natural next step for those moving into more specialist roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, broadens your knowledge for senior support or supervisory positions.
  • Level 2 or 3 Award in Mental Health Awareness, complements this qualification for roles working with people with complex needs.

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