Drugs and Substance Misuse

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
K/503/0970
Credits:
1
Guided learning hours:
8 hours

Assessment Guidance

N/A

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1 — Understand the use and misuse of legal and illegal drugs and other substances.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Give examples of legal and illegal drugs and other substances.
  • 1.2
    Describe the classification system of illegal drugs.
  • 1.3
    Explain why people may use substances legitimately.
  • 1.4
    Explain why people may misuse substances.
  • 1.5
    Outline the ethical arguments for and against the legalisation of a specific substance.
2 — Understand the risks of using and misusing drugs and other substances.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Describe the risks associated with drug and substance misuse.
  • 2.2
    Assess the impact of long-term drug and substance misuse on daily life.
3 — Know how to access sources of help/support relating to substance misuse.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Describe how to access help/support relating to drug and substance misuse.