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1.03 | UNDERSTANDING DRUGS - Inhalants: Volatile hydrocarbons

eLEARNING SERIESUNDERSTANDING DRUGS
MODULE NAMEInhalants: Volatile hydrocarbons
MODULE NUMBERModule 7 of 16
LEARNING LEVELLevel 1 – Core AOD Knowledge
TARGET AUDIENCEAll AOD, Mental Health and SEWB workers
MODULE AIMThe aim of this module is to equip workers with a basic understanding of inhalants.
LEARNING OUTCOMES

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

  • describe inhalants, including their history of use, product types, rates of use, and reasons for use 
  • describe the effects and risks of using volatile hydrocarbons, including dependence and withdrawal
  • identify ways to respond to volatile hydrocarbon use at the individual and community level, including responding to intoxication and withdrawal
  • access resources that assist in implementing improved responses to volatile hydrocarbon use.
LENGTH45 minutes
CPDParticipation in this activity may contribute to CPD. A Statement of Completion will be issued on completion of this module. 
REFERENCE LISTThe full reference list for this module is available on request.
SUGGESTED CITATIONInsight: Centre for AOD Training and Workforce Development. Understanding drugs: Inhalants: Volatile hydrocarbons. Brisbane: Queensland Health; 2025. Available from: https://insight.qld.edu.au/training/elearning
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LAST UPDATEDFebruary 2025
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