The programme offers you the opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills across a range of frameworks, contexts and practices relating to substance misuse work. Central to the degree is an exploration of a variety of social, welfare, health and legal policy responses to an array of substance misuse issues and problems.
The foundation degree is a two year full-time vocational degree programme where practice is assessed alongside academic ability.
Employers have been supportive both in development and delivery of the degree ensuring that students gain exactly the skills needed in the workplace.
Course Details - Modules
Year 1 Care assessment and planning; Drug and alcohol strategy and legislation; Sociology of health; Concepts and models of addiction; Professional practice and personal development planning; Introduction to research
Year 2 Independent Research Project; Harm reduction; Community involvement and engagement; Advanced professional practice; Prevention; Treatment and recovery
Course Details – Assessment Method
You will be assessed by a variety of methods, such as assignments, presentations, exams and seminars.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
LN56
Institution code:
N06
Campus Name:
Accrington Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
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