Unit Award Scheme

115511 UNDERSTANDING THE RISKS OF DRUGS

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
shown knowledge of
1	at least two physical responses the human body has to caffeine, smoking and alcohol	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
2	the key legal and health risks related to drug and alcohol use	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
3	the difference between medicinal and recreational drugs	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
4	the difference between habit and dependence	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
experienced
5	taking part in a discussion about the ways to avoid feeling pressured into taking risks with substance use	Summary sheet
6	taking part in a discussion on how to give advice to a friend they feel is taking risks with a substance	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
7	three examples of ways to access support and advice for a friend or themself for a substance issue.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 19 May 2021Level - Level One