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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

Cost and Funding Information

Funded Course
Yes

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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.