Dual Diagnosis Training | Online CPD Course

Online Dual Diagnosis Training Course – Level 2

Welcome to our online dual diagnosis training course. Our online training courses are developed in line with the latest UK legislation and meet the requirements set out by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), Health and Safety Executive and other professional and regulatory bodies

Dual Diagnosis Training Course Description

Course aims and objectives

• To provide the learner with a clear understanding of the legislation and guidelines regarding the management of dual diagnosis
• To improve the awareness and response to adults and children who suffer from dual diagnosis issues
• To provide essential dual diagnosis training resources in an engaging and meaningful way
• To provide a FREE blended learning environment that is available to all individuals and businesses

What is covered in this online course?

• Understanding the chemistry of drugs
• Identifying warning signs and triggers
• Understanding diagnosis, treatment and medication
• The danger of mixing drugs
• Fighting addiction
• Exploring schizophrenia and paranoia
• The different types of cannabis
• The side effects of stimulant drugs
• Hangovers, withdrawals and comedowns
• Raising overdose awareness
• Identifying ecstasy psychosis
• Managing drug use
• The risk of injecting
• How to deal with an emergency
• Homelessness, arrest and compulsory detention

Who is this dual diagnosis training course for?

• Doctors
• Nurses
• Allied Healthcare Workers
• Healthcare Assistants
• Social Care Support Workers
• Voluntary Staff working in the NHS

Requirements

For classroom training courses:

• Bring photo ID (e.g., passport, licence, EU card)
• Wear comfortable clothing

For online courses:

• Access to a computer device, e.g., desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone device

Career path

Our online and classroom training courses are suitable for:

• Those who are looking to improve their knowledge of the subject area
• Those whose jobs require periodic continuing professional development (CPD)

Those who need to show evidence as part of their professional registration requirements, e.g., doctors, nurses and allied health professionals