Unit Award Scheme

demonstrated the ability to

1. identify at least one key impact on the body of the following drug types: stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens and painkillers

2. identify a common and official name of at least one substance that falls into each of the following drug types: stimulant, depressant, hallucinogen and painkiller

3. give an example of a substance the use of which can induce physical dependence

4. give an example of a substance the use of which can induce psychological dependence

5. identify at least one risk associated with use of three commonly abused substances on both body and mind

6. choose two substances from a given list and give the long and short-term effects on the body

7. identify at least two commonly abused substances that are potentially harmful, but are not controlled by British drugs laws

shown knowledge of

8. at least three services or agencies that offer support and advice for those concerned about own use of drugs, or that of a friend or family member

9. at least three harm reduction approaches in relation to the use of commonly abused substances

acquired an understanding of

10. the difference between physical and psychological dependence

11. the meaning of the terms, tolerance, habit and addiction

12. the meaning of the terms of experimental, recreational and dependent use of drugs

experienced

13. receiving advice and guidance on drugs awareness.