Training Course Details - Dual Diagnosis
Course Overview
It is recommended that people attend a Basic Drug Awareness course before
attending this course.
This course gives participants the opportunity to explore the interplay of substance use
and mental health issues for service users and workers. It will examine treatment
interventions appropriate to users with multiple needs and give the opportunity for
participants to identify issues raised in the management of their clients.

Course Aims - Participants will:
 Understand how attitudes and fears affect effective working with clients who have
multiple needs
 Gain knowledge of the psychological impact of substance use on vulnerable clients
 Understand the impact of substance misuse on mental health
 Gain awareness of effective treatment options and services relevant to this client
group

This course supports the knowledge and understanding of the following DANOS units.
AF1 Carry out screening and referral assessment
AF2 Carry out assessment to identify and prioritise needs
AG1 Plan and agree service responses which meet individuals identified needs and
circumstances