Drug Awareness - NCFE Level 1 Certificate

Drug Awareness - NCFE Level 1 Certificate

Course ID:
PC68699

Academy:
Health, Social Care & Early Years

Introduction:
This course looks at drug use in society and their affects on individuals. You will research and build a portfolio of evidence which meets national standards. The course has been accredited by the Qualifications & Curriculum Authority (QCA), as part of the National Qualifications Framework. The qualification was originally developed by NCFE and Wigan Drug Action Team.

Study Mode & Location:
This 3 week part-time day course will last for 3 hours per week. It will be held at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St Vincent`s Road, Preston, PR2 8UR.

Course Content:
This course will provide you with an awareness of:

• the types of drugs and why they are used.
• the social and personal effects of drug use and how these are commonly portrayed.
• perceptions of and responses to drug use.

The qualification comprises one mandatory unit namely:

• Unit 1: Develop an awareness of drug use.

Assessment:
Assessment will be by completion of a portfolio of evidence.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
Successful completion of this course allows progression to courses such as:

• NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Drug Awareness.
• NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Employment Skills.
• NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Equality & Diversity.
• Other qualifications in Health & Social Care.

This qualification may also be useful to you if you want to gain employment, improve your career prospects, or are studying additional qualifications in the following sectors:

• Counselling.
• Childcare.
• Sport & Recreation.
• Community Work.
• Youth Work.

How To Apply
You will need to have an informal interview with a Adult Admissions Adviser.
Many courses have limited places so please enquire as soon as possible. Following interview, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.

Money Matters
Depending upon your circumstances, you may be able to study for FREE or at a reduced price.

Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.