Description
What’s covered
This course is aimed at managers and staff in all industries who have a critical role to play in reducing drug, alcohol and substance misuse in the UK. You’ll learn in-depth information about commonly used drugs including cannabis, cocaine, heroin, LSD, ecstasy, and some modern ‘designer drugs’, and take a look at the official statistics.
In terms of alcohol abuse, the course will teach you how to implement a 4-stage plan to handle any issues, including how to create a strong drug and alcohol policy. Beyond this, the course will cover the law in this area, how to recognise signs of drug abuse, and putting workplace solutions into action.
The course also discusses how the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) can support the creation of appropriate management processes and suitable alcohol and drug policies. Finally, the course examines current drug therapies as well as external support options that are open to both individuals and organisations.
What you’ll learn
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the scale of drug and alcohol abuse and recognise the signs of misuse leading to effects on the employee and the workplace.
- Recognise your legal positions and recognise an effective policy will help to address employees with an addiction problem.
- Define best practice in an effective policy to address your company position on drug and alcohol abuse and what help is available.
- Identify the 4 step process in regards to dealing with individuals with alcohol issues.
Modules in this course
| Module Number | Module Name | Pass % Required |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Statistics and Signs of Misuse | 70% |
| 2 | Illegal Drugs Part 1 | 70% |
| 3 | Illegal Drugs Part 2 | 70% |
| 4 | Alcohol Misuse | 70% |
| 5 | Company Best Practice Part 1 | 70% |
| 6 | Company Best Practice Part 2 | 70% |
| 7 | Company Best Practice Part 3 | 70% |
| 8 | Drug Treatment Services and Further Support | 70% |
Want to know more?
Watch the introductory video below to learn more about this course.
Recommended system requirements
- Browser: Up to date web browser
- Video: Up to date video drivers
- Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
- Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
