Training Course Details - Intermediate Dual Diagnosis
Course Overview
There is now a common consensus that the term Dual Diagnosis refers to clients with a
substance misuse problem and severe mental health problems.

The aim of this intermediate level module is to examine the concepts of assessment and intervention with this client group. The days training is aimed at those people who have completed the one day Dual Diagnosis course and who work with people with severe and ongoing mental health problems who fit this dual diagnosis criteria.
The day will engage participants in developing their existing skills using current case
examples and recently implemented Department of Mental Health Policy Implementation Guidance (MHPIG) to explore best practice integrated care for Dual Diagnosis clients. By the end of the day practitioners should be equipped to answer the question – “How do I ensure the best possible service for my clients without them falling between services?”

This course supports the knowledge and understanding of the following DANOS units.
AF2 Carry out assessment to identify and prioritise needs
AG1 Plan and agree service responses which meet individuals identified needs and
circumstances
AG2 Contribute to the prevention and management of abusive and aggressive
behaviour
AG3 Assist in the transfer of individuals between agencies and services