This course is now delivered online via Zoom and Microsoft Teams. Please enquire for details.
Chemsex Training Course
This Chemsex training course aims to give participants the confidence, knowledge and skills in order to deliver effective interventions and support for this subgroup.
What the course covers:
What is MSM – UK situation
Basic understanding of ‘Chemsex’
What we know and what we don’t know
Risk Factors
Implications for health, sexual health & drug services
Prevention and harm reduction
Good practice
Resources
Learning outcomes:
By the end of the session participants will be able to;
Increase knowledge and awareness of the issues relating to Chemsex and related issues
Increase knowledge of how GBL, Mephedrone and crystal meth are used and the effects upon individuals physiology and neurology
Understand the possible effects on health
Understand basic working methods with this subgroup
To increase confidence in working with this client group for both drug services and sexual health clinics
Who would benefit from the training?
Commissioners, Drug Service Providers, LGBT Services, Health & Sexual Health Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, GPs, Psychiatrist, Counsellors and other professionals that may be in contact with this client group.
National occupational standards. Units covered and supported:
SFHAD1: Raise awareness about substances, their use, and effects.
SCDHSC3111: Promote equality and rights.
SFHAA1: Recognise indications of substance misuse and refer individuals to specialists.
SCDHSC0027: Support individuals in their daily living.
PROHSS1: Make sure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety.
SCDHSC0033: Develop your own knowledge and practice.
SCDHSC0233: Develop effective relationships with individuals.
