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Training Course

Legal Highs

Date:

21st October 2010

Target Group:

Level 2/3

National Occupational Standards:

AA1, AB2, AD1

Course Specification/Contents:

This course aims to explore recently hi-lighted national concerns about the use of legal highs. It is aimed at participants working with both young people and with adults. The course does not presume any previous substance misuse knowledge. It will cover issues such as the effects, risks, trends, market and treatment options.

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

1.Describe what is meant by the term ‘legal highs’ and list the most commonly
misused substances
2. Identify the effects and risks of legal highs
3. Outline the role of the internet in the legal high market
4. Recognise the legal position and identify possible future changes
5. Consider harm reduction techniques and treatment options.

Trainer:

Phil Coles, NewLink Wales

Cost:

Voluntary organisations	£115
Statutory organisations	£125

A 10% discount will be given on bookings when a completed booking form is received six weeks before the course date. Unfortunately we cannot offer the usual 5% discount to members on top of this.

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