AOD 101

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AOD:101
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP

The Prevention of AOD Harm Waimakariri Steering Group is partnering with Odyssey House Trust to deliver a FREE AOD 101 for our community support organisations and professionals.

Date: Thursday 6 June 2024
Time: 9am – 12pm

Venue: Woodend Community Centre

This is a free workshop, but registration is required as spaces are limited. Registrations close Monday 3 June 2024.

What will be covered:

​This 3-hour training session will be focused on alcohol and other drug (AOD) knowledge and intervention. This introduction to AOD is based on highly regarded research and best practice within the AOD field. This workshop will provide you with an understanding of alcohol and other drug problems including information on common substances that are used in Aotearoa, their risks, how you can recognise if someone’s substance use is problematic and what you can do about it.

The training is engaging and highly focused providing information in a concise and structured manner.

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• Workshops are facilitated by a qualified and experienced clinician and covers the following areas:
• Common substances in New Zealand and their risks
• Recognising problematic substance use
• Responding to substance use issues
• Harm reduction for AOD use
• Treatment services available and referral pathways
• Questions and Answers
  

Whether you're seeking to enhance your understanding of AOD issues or looking to strengthen your ability to support individuals impacted by substance use, this training is for you.