Drug & Alcohol Awareness Course

Drug and Alcohol Awareness

Spot substance misuse and respond effectively. Take this drug and alcohol awareness course with EFAST.

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Course Description

Course Overview

This drug and alcohol awareness course covers commonly used drugs, alcohol misuse and how to write a workplace policy. It covers signs of misuse, HR best practice, legislation and where to find support.

What You Will Learn

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

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Statistics and Signs of Misuse

Covers UK statistics on drug and alcohol abuse and how to spot signs of misuse.

Pass Required: 70%

Illegal Drugs Part 1

Covers commonly used illegal drugs including cannabis, cocaine and heroin.

Pass Required: 70%

Illegal Drugs Part 2

Covers ecstasy, LSD and new designer drugs.

Pass Required: 70%

Alcohol Misuse

Covers alcohol abuse and a 4-stage plan for dealing with alcohol problems.

Pass Required: 70%

Company Best Practice Part 1

Covers best practice for writing an effective drug and alcohol policy.

Pass Required: 70%

Company Best Practice Part 2

Covers HR processes and legislation relating to substance misuse at work.

Pass Required: 70%

Company Best Practice Part 3

Covers spotting signs of drug misuse and implementing workplace solutions.

Pass Required: 70%

Drug Treatment Services and Further Support

Covers drug treatments and outside support options for individuals and organisations.

Pass Required: 70%

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