Drug Awareness - An introductory course

Aim

This introductory e-learning course aims to increase workers' knowledge and awareness of key issues relating to drug use in Scotland.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify a range of reasons why people use drugs
• Describe patterns of drug use
• Recall commonly used drugs in Scotland
• Understand and explain harm reduction techniques

Target Audience

Health, Social Care and Voluntary Organisation staff who wish to increase their knowledge and awareness of drug issues.