Substance Misuse Awareness (NonReg / Introduction)
This course is designed for individuals interested in developing knowledge and understanding as part of your work role in a range of different sectors; or those who have been out of education or work for a while and are...
Course description
This course is designed for individuals interested in developing knowledge and understanding as part of your work role in a range of different sectors; or those who have been out of education or work for a while and are looking to gain new knowledge and skills. The course will focus on the prevalence of substance misuse in the UK and the impact this can have on individuals and society.
You must be able to attend every session in order to successfully complete this qualification.
What can this course lead to?
Course progression
Upon completion, you could progress onto a further course, including:
- Management Techniques of Stress and Anxiety (Introduction)
- Alcohol Awareness (Introduction)
- Principles in Addiction Recovery (Introduction)
- Level 1 Alcohol Awareness
- Level 1 Substance Misuse Awareness
- Level 1 Stress Awareness
- Level 1 Mental Health
- Level 1 Peer Mentoring
Upon completion, you could progress onto careers, such as:
- Substance Misuse
Course session dates
Session dates will be confirmed soon.
Other Resources
For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
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The course information on this page was last updated 17 July 2026.
