This course lays out in simple form the essentials for understanding alcohol and drug problems, for making an assessment of the Patient, for giving appropriate help within ones own competence and for making decisions on when to make a Professional referral and when to seek the advice of others.
Subjects included in the Course:
Philosophy
Social Aspects
Diagnostic Interview
In-Patient/Out-Patient
Counsellor's Diagnosis
New Behaviour
Gathering Information
Withdrawal Symptoms
Problem Drinker
The Treatment Plan
Treatment Goals
Motivation
Looking Within
Psychological Aspects
The Control Factor
Interview Techniques
Aspects of Recovery
Benefits of Treatment
Treating the Individual
The Treatment Setting
Needs in Treatment
Students obtaining 80% average pass marks will be awarded an SNHS Diploma
Fees:
Tutored: single payment of £195 or £48.75 deposit followed by 3 monthly payments of £ 48.75
Self-Study: single payment of £95 or £24 deposit followed by 3 monthly payments of £24