Overview of course
This course covers the harmful effects of alcohol use, possible health issues surrounding its consumption, and where to seek treatment and help if needed.
What will I learn?
Section 1: Alcohol unit strengths
Learn about the unit strengths of different alcoholic drinks.
Section 2: Alcohol misuse
Identify the main reasons why people may misuse alcohol.
Section 3: Effects of alcohol misuse
Learn about some of the psychological and physical effects of alcohol misuse.
Section 4: Effects on others and withdrawal effects
State at least one effect that alcohol misuse can have on family, friends and/or society. Learners will also be able to list the effects of withdrawing from alcohol.
Section 5: Agencies offering help and information
Find out about the best sources of help and information in relation to alcohol abuse.
How Will I Be Assessed:
You will be assessed throughout your study by a series of assessment questions which are built into the course. Your answers are automatically saved and are available for you to revise and edit at any point before submission.
Qualification:
Level CPD Certified
Who is the course for?
To be eligible for this course you must:
Be aged 19+ on the 31st of August 2024
Live in the UK for 3 years/live in UK from EEA or have *Pre-settlement or *Settled status from the Home Office (*proof required)
Due to Government funding criteria, we are unable to accept learners who live in London, Scotland, Wales, N Ireland, Ireland or a devolved postcode areas. Please check with us if you are unsure.
Will I have to provide anything?
This course is a fully online, self-directed, independent study course. Students must have use of a laptop to complete this course and must meet the eligibility criteria.
Am I ready to start?
Providing you meet the entry requirements detailed above this is course is fully funded and there are no fees to pay.
If you are not eligible to be fully funded but would like to complete the course, please contact your local PPL centre and they will be able to advise you on full cost (fee paying) options.
I'm interested. What should I do now?
Please complete the enrolment form by clicking the 'ENROL NOW' button
We will then send you, via email, the information to access the learning portal and begin your short Online Self-Study course.
Days & times
Starting 01/08/2024