Addictive Behaviour Training

This course provides healthcare workers with essential knowledge and skills to recognise, respond to, and support individuals affected by addiction. Covering legal, ethical, psychological, and practical aspects, the course empowers professionals to deliver safe, empathetic, and effective care using evidence-based approaches and local referral pathways.

Course Fee

£0.00

£4.00

7 Chapters

30 mins

Mobile friendly

Industry-backed eLearning

About The Course

Learning Outcomes

Course Modules

About The Course

This comprehensive training course is designed for healthcare professionals who support individuals affected by addiction. It explores the multifaceted nature of addiction, including both substance-related and behavioural patterns, and highlights its profound effects on individuals, families, and care environments.

Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of the legal and ethical frameworks governing addiction care, including safeguarding responsibilities and data protection compliance. The course examines the biological, psychological, and social causes of addiction, with particular focus on trauma, dual diagnosis, and vulnerable populations such as the elderly or those with cognitive impairments.

Through real-world strategies and case-based learning, healthcare workers will learn to identify early signs of addiction, manage resistance, and apply screening tools like AUDIT, DAST, and the SAOR model. Emphasis is placed on empathetic communication, motivational interviewing, and de-escalation techniques to foster trust and encourage engagement.

The course also equips learners with harm reduction approaches and practical referral pathways, ensuring professionals can respond effectively while promoting dignity, autonomy, and recovery. Multi-agency collaboration is encouraged to ensure joined-up care, and professional boundaries are reinforced to support ethical and sustainable practice.

Learning Outcomes

Define addiction and distinguish between substance-related and behavioural addictions
Identify the signs, symptoms, and functional impacts of addiction across different settings
Recognise common causes and risk factors, including trauma, mental health conditions, and social determinants
Apply legal and ethical frameworks relevant to addiction care
Use empathetic communication and motivational interviewing techniques to engage individuals
Implement harm reduction strategies and understand referral pathways to local services
Identify safeguarding concerns and follow correct escalation procedures for children and vulnerable adults
Maintain professional boundaries and uphold data protection standards when working with individuals experiencing addiction

Course Modules

Chapter 1 Understanding Addictive Behaviours

Chapter 2 Legal and Ethical Responsibilities in Addiction Care

Chapter 3 Causes and Risk Factors of Addiction

Chapter 4 Recognising the Signs and Assessing Addiction

Chapter 5 Communication and Support Strategies in Addiction Care

Chapter 6 Harm Reduction and Referral Pathways in Addiction Care

Chapter 7 Summary

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