TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Substance Misuse

About this TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Substance Misuse Course

Understanding what substance misuse is and the various different interventions available for users is crucial for anyone who works in a mental health or substance abuse-related role. This course is perfect for those looking to get a full overview of the legal implications of taking different substances and how to support those who are struggling with addiction.

Study Time:	65 hours
Enrolment length:	12 months
Course Format:	Online
Entry Requirements:	None specific

Qualification

To gain the full TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Substance Misuse certification you will need to submit and pass all of the tutor marked assignments. There are 3 written assignments in the course. There is no need to purchase any textbooks as we provide all of the lessons and materials required to learn the syllabus. There is no formal exam and the certification fee is included in the course fees.

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TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Substance Misuse Course Content

The TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Substance Misuse course assesses the following units:

Unit 1: Understanding Drug Use: Facts, Effects, Symptoms and Attitudes

In this unit, you will learn about a range of substances that can be misused and their street names. You will learn about reasons why some people misuse substances and the methods of substance use and the paraphernalia associated with the different methods.

Unit 2: Understanding Alcohol and Drug Use in Young People

In this unit, you will learn about the effects of alcohol and substance misuse on the physical, emotional and psychological health of young people. You will also be able to identify risks to their welfare and to their relationships when misusing substances. You will also learn about the many sources of help and information for young people on substance misuse and explain the key differences between them.

Unit 3: Understanding Responses to Substance Misuse: Legislation, Harm Reduction and Interventions

In this unit, you will learn about the legislation which relates to substance misuse and describe the difference between legal and illegal drugs and the class and schedule systems used for classification of substances. You will also learn how to describe the ‘Cycle of Change’ model as developed by J. Prochaska and C. DiClemente.

Online study and instant enrolment

All of our students are given access to our Online Campus through their own personal login and password. As soon as you complete your enrolment, you would have immediate access to your account which allows you to make a start working through the lessons. Tackle your assignments as your own pace and contact your tutor to access any help and support you need. The course itself is set out in a very simple layout, making it easy to work through the topics and complete your assessments.

Our Online Campus includes:

• Instant enrolment – access everything on your course from the moment you enrol.
• Personal account logins – login any time, 24/7.
• Full support throughout – message your tutor, use our online chat or give us a call.
• Online assignment submissions – upload work online from the comfort of home.
• Self-led learning – study at your own pace so you can pass much faster.
• Safe e-portfolio system – store all of your work in your account.
• Progression tracking – easily see what assignments you have left to complete.
• Details help centre – get instructions and guidance every step of the way.
• Unlimited attempts – submit as many attempts at your assignments as you need.

Unlimited assessment submissions

All of the assessments for this course are completed through our Online Campus. You can attempt each one as many times as needed to ensure you pass. After every attempt, your tutor will provide detailed feedback and tips on how you can improve going forward. Quickly see your progress during your studies by checking your progress bar and seeing the remaining assessments you need to complete.

Get full tutor support

Throughout your enrolment with the Online Learning College, you can access support at any time you need. All students are assigned a personal tutor who will mark all of your work and provide detailed feedback after every submission. Your tutor will be an industry expert with a full knowledge of the course content and will be able to help you at any point along your learning journey. One of the best tools at your disposal is your tutor – you can ask as many questions of them as you wish to and they will be happy to help at any time.

We also have a brilliant support team on hand and available through email, online chat and over the phone. This team is there to help with any questions which are more generic, such as providing support in submitting work through your account or getting your certificate when you have completed your course. We pride ourselves on ensuring the support you receive is the best in the business – help and guidance is fast and detailed every time you contact a member of the team.

Assessments

To pass this course learners must pass 3 written assignments. These are completed after navigating through the corresponding lessons and writing your answers to assignment questions. Once these have been read and marked by your personal tutor, feedback and marks are provided to students which contain helpful tips to improve work in future assignments.

Enrolment Length

All of our courses are allocated plenty of time for students to complete their studies and all materials are self-led so that you can complete the course at your own pace, but you have access to the course on the Campus for 12 months from your enrollment date. Should you require additional time on one of our courses you can extend your enrolment by 30 days for an additional fee of £60. As well as this we operate a 14 day money back guarantee on every one of our qualifications- that’s how confident we are of how you will love studying with us!