Understanding Substance Misuse - Level 2 Award

Essentials

Duration: 10 Weeks Part-time
Number of weeks: 10
Start date: 8th January 2025
End date: 5th March 2025
Day: Wed
Time: 18:00-21:00

Course fees for each year.

Find out more about eligibility for reduced course fees, payment options and financial support available in our fees and funding page.

This qualification is designed for learners who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of substance misuse in order to:

• raise awareness of substance misuse and its consequences
• improve the knowledge, awareness, understanding and effectiveness of those currently working in the field of substance misuse or supporting people involved in substance misuse
• working to prevent substance misuse

This qualification does not lead directly to an employed role. However, the knowledge gained would be useful in a variety of settings, both professional, paraprofessional and personal, for example:

• supporting those working in Tier 1 services by providing an overview of the subject
• enhancing understanding of those already working therapeutically e.g. counsellors, support workers, key workers
• benefiting parents and carers by virtue of increased knowledge and awareness
• helping and supporting others either in a voluntary or employed capacity

For further information on course content, delivery, and assessment, please see the candidate guide on the CPCAB website, which can be found at http://www.cpcab.co.uk/qualifications/usm-l2#documents.

Calling All SMEs

If you have less than 250 employees you may be eligible for funding for this course.  Contact our Business Engagement Team.

Course Update

Please note that due to ongoing major campus construction projects courses at Ballymena may be relocated to alternative suitable locations as required.

No previous training or qualifications are required.

This qualification is not suitable for those who are currently in a state of severe emotional difficulty and/or severe psychological confusion.

The course involves experiential elements that may involve some personal disclosure and associated personal developmental activities.