Unit Award Scheme

75282 DRUG AWARENESS

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	identify at least one key impact on the body of the following drug types: stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens and painkillers	Student completed work and/or summary sheet
2	identify a common and official name of at least one substance that falls into each of the following drug types: stimulant, depressant, hallucinogen and painkiller	Student completed work and/or summary sheet
3	give an example of a substance the use of which can induce physical dependence	Student completed work and/or summary sheet
4	give an example of a substance the use of which can induce psychological dependence	Student completed work and/or summary sheet
5	identify at least one risk associated with use of three commonly abused substances on both body and mind	Student completed work and/or summary sheet
6	choose two substances from a given list and give the long and short-term effects on the body	Student completed work and/or summary sheet
7	identify at least two commonly abused substances that are potentially harmful, but are not controlled by British drugs laws	Student completed work and/or summary sheet
shown knowledge of
8	at least three services or agencies that offer support and advice for those concerned about own use of drugs, or that of a friend or family member	Student completed work and/or summary sheet
9	at least three harm reduction approaches in relation to the use of commonly abused substances	Student completed work and/or summary sheet
acquired an understanding of
10	the difference between physical and psychological dependence	Student completed work and/or summary sheet
11	the meaning of the terms, tolerance, habit and addiction	Student completed work and/or summary sheet
12	the meaning of the terms of experimental, recreational and dependent use of drugs	Student completed work and/or summary sheet
experienced
13	receiving advice and guidance on drugs awareness.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 9 November 2010Level - Level One