Alcohol and the Law

Addiction affects hundreds and thousands of people and there is a national shortage of trained therapists to assist them.
Content

• Understand the alcohol unit system


• Understand the legal framework relating to the use of alcohol and young people


• Understand why people use alcohol and the consequences of using alcohol


• Understand key criminal and health and safety legislation which relate to the workplace


• Understand the processes for development and implementation of an effective drug and alcohol policy

Study Method
This course can be studied at your own pace. There are no deadlines for assignments, however you must complete the course within 12 months from the date you received the course.
Qualification
On successful completion of the assignments you will receive a UK Open Learning Certificate.
Assessments
Assessment takes the form of a series of tutor marked assignments you can send these to your tutor by e-mail or post for marking. There is no word count for these assignments however you must prove to the tutor that you have fully understood the question asked, and one sentence answers will be rejected.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements.
Timescale
The programme takes place over a timescale to suit the student.  Once registered, tutor support is available for up to one year or until completion whichever is the soonest.
Location
The programme is home or work-based enabling students to complete the course without having to attend scheduled college teaching sessions.
Tutor Support
Throughout the course, students will receive tutor support by email and by post.
How does the course work?
We send you the complete course by courier and you complete a series of assignments which you e-mail to your tutor for marking. There is no word count for these however you have to prove to your tutor you have fully understood the question.