Unit Award Scheme

113233 BASIC SUBSTANCE MISUSE AWARENESS

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	identify and understand the main differences between illicit and prescriptive drugs	Summary sheet
2	identify at least three drugs from each of the following categories: stimulant, hallucinogenic, sedative (depressant)	Summary sheet
3	identify at least two reasons why young people choose to use drugs	Summary sheet
4	identify at least two websites that provide factual information for potential drug users	Summary sheet
5	identify at least three harm reduction strategies for cannabis, alcohol and tobacco	Summary sheet
6	find out about the main physical effects of using at least one legally available drug such as alcohol or tobacco	Summary sheet
7	present their findings as an evidence-backed case in favour of making these drugs illegal	Summary sheet
8	create a short presentation with interactive exercises on nitrous oxide use among young people, identifying what it is, the main short and long term possible mental and physical effects and at least three harm reduction strategies	Student completed work
experienced
9	completing 10 hours of classroom observation of an experienced specialist delivering substance misuse awareness training	Summary sheet
10	delivering at least six hours of factually up to date training on substance misuse awareness whilst being observed by a member of the substance misuse team.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 28 February 2020Level - Level Two