Level 1 Award in Alcohol Awareness
Course Overview
In 2020, alcohol-related deaths increased by 20% compared to the previous year, and was the highest annual number since records began in 2001. UK employers, particularly in the health and social care sector, often require employees to have a knowledge of the dangers of alcohol consumption. Whether you are an individual looking for an alcohol awareness course for personal or professional reasons, or an employer looking for alcohol awareness training for staff, this course has got you covered.
Our Level 1 Award in Alcohol Awareness online course aims to raise awareness and provide a range of skills, knowledge and understanding surrounding alcohol misuse. It covers subjects such as unit strengths of different types of alcohol, the effects of alcohol misuse, health issues associated with alcohol, withdrawing from alcohol, and where to find help and support to stop drinking.
Key Information
Course Length
8 weeks
Course Level
Level 1
Awarding Body
NCFE
Learning Method(s)
Online materials
Online assessment
For Individuals
Benefits
The benefits of this course include:
Achieve a nationally recognised level 1 qualification
Learn from your own home, in your own time
Access to award-winning learning and assessment materials
Potential to progress on to one of our other accredited online courses
UK-based learner support network to help guide you through your studies
Subject specialist support from a Tutor and access to a Learner Support Advisor for everyday queries
Funding available – speak to one of our team for more information and to see if you are eligible.
Cost and Funding Information
Study this course
Section 1: Alcohol unit strengths
Look at the legislation around alcohol unit strengths and safe drinking limits.
Section 2: Alcohol misuse
Explore the different reasons why people choose to drink and binge drinking.
Section 3: Effects of alcohol misuse
Consider both the short-term and long-term effects of alcohol misuse in this section.
Section 4: Health issues
Cover the effects that alcohol misuse has on the body and the myths surrounding alcohol.
Section 5: Withdrawing from alcohol
Explore alcohol addiction and the symptoms individuals may experience when they withdraw from alcohol.
Section 6: Help and information
Learn the different sources of help and information that are available to support people with alcohol addiction.
This qualification could assist you in gaining the following employment opportunities and potential salaries:
Support Worker – up to £16,000
Family Support Worker – up to £12,000