Unit Award Scheme

116674 PEER MENTORING: INTRODUCTION TO DRUG AWARENESS

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
shown knowledge of
1	the main four drug groups and the effects and risks of using each group	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
2	what new psychoactive substances (NPS) are and the effects and risks of using them	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
3	the main symptoms and risks of withdrawal	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
4	at least two reasons why people might use drugs and why people stop using drugs	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
5	the key features of the law as it relates to drug use	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
6	at least two harm reduction practices and guidelines	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
demonstrated the ability to
7	define substance misuse, addiction, physical dependency, psychological dependency, withdrawal and tolerance	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
shown knowledge of
8	the difference between triggers, cravings and urges	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
9	the different types of treatment and recovery support available to drug users.	Summary sheet and/or student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 11 February 2022Level - Level One