This course is designed for people who are either new to working with alcohol
related issues, or who need to update their knowledge of alcohol.
Aims:
To provide an overview of the effects of alcohol on the individual, their
relationships and society.
Following completion of this course participants will:
• Have a greater awareness of their attitudes to alcohol use
• Understand the effects of alcohol and associated risk factors
• Have a clearer understanding of the legislation in relation to alcohol
• Have examined the key factors to consider when assessing alcohol
use
• Be able to identify appropriate interventions for working with
problematic alcohol use
Reflecting DANOS competency areas AA1, AA3, AA4, AB2, AC1