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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:Participation in this activity may contribute to CPD. A Statement of Completion will be issued on completion of this module. 
REFERENCE LIST:The full reference list for this module is available on request.
LAST UPDATED:February 2023