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1.04 | UNDERSTANDING DRUGS: THE BASICS - Cannabis

MODULE NAME:

Cannabis

MODULE CODE:L1.4 -2/5
COURSE NAME:UNDERSTANDING DRUGS: THE BASICS
LEARNING LEVEL:Level 1 - Core AOD Knowledge
TARGET AUDIENCE:All AOD and Mental Health and SEWB workers  
MODULE TYPE:Core
MODULE AIM:

The aim of this module is to equip workers with a basic understanding of cannabis.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of this module, learners will be able to:

  • describe cannabis, including its history, rates of use, forms, weights, measures and costs,
  • describe why people use cannabis, routes of administration, its effects and harms and features of cannabis dependence,
  • communicate cannabis-specific harm reduction strategies,
  • implement strategies and techniques to manage someone who is experiencing cannabis intoxication.
LENGTH:

30 minutes

CPD:This module is not accredited for CPD points with any professional association.
LAST UPDATED:February 2023