Alcohol Identification and Brief Advice is a free short course which is available to all those working in a professional or volunteer capacity in Bath and North East Somerset.
Do you sometimes come across people who might benefit from brief alcohol advice? Do you know where people can access information, advice and support with their drinking?
This course aims to provide professionals and volunteers in Bath and North East Somerset with the tools and confidence to identify if individuals are drinking above lower risk levels, give simple and brief advice, and make referrals to appropriate services where necessary.
Learning outcomes
- Understand the alcohol unit system and apply it to individual consumption.
- Use and interpret an alcohol screening tool.
- Communicate brief advice effectively and confidently with individuals about their alcohol use.
- Improve the knowledge of individuals on the physical, social, and psychological effects of alcohol in a way that supports change.
- Make appropriate referrals to local services for those experiencing problems with alcohol.
| Date | Time | Booking link |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 13 February 2024 | 14:30 - 17:00 | Book for February |
| Tuesday 5 March 2024 | 09:30 - 12:00 | Book for March |
For more information about the training, or if you have any queries, please email leanne_sheppard@bathnes.gov.uk.