CPCAB
Level 2
QN: 500/4684/6
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CPCAB Level 2 Award in Understanding Substance Misuse (RQF)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by CPCAB. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 30 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
CPCAB
Syllabus Units
1 Units
Guided Hours
30 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
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CPCAB Level 2 Award in Understanding Substance Misuse (RQF)
Understanding Substance Misuse
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the short-term and long-term effects of commonly misused substances on physical and mental health.
- Explain the harms associated with different substances and related risk behaviours, including polydrug use.
- Recognise the influence of diversity factors such as age, gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status on patterns of substance use.
- Analyse the complex biopsychosocial reasons why individuals may misuse drugs and alcohol.
- Reflect on personal attitudes, values, and emotional responses to substance misuse scenarios.
- Assess the social and economic impact of substance misuse on individuals, families, and communities.
- Apply effective study skills to independently research and present findings on a substance misuse topic.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 500/4684/6
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- CPCAB
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2008