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Steroids as we know them were first made in the 1930’s. Before this people regularly used other substances such as amphetamine and cocaine to boost energy and performance. Today individuals take a range of image enhancing drugs with an over concern about how they look, rather than how they perform.
Course description
The course covers:
PIEDS throughout history and popular culture
Popular PIEDS and why people use them
How PIEDS work – A biology lesson
Cost and benefit analysis of PIEDS
Safer Injecting
Reducing Harm
PCT – Examples of PCT to take, how to use it, why you should use it
The Law
Developing your service
Aims and objectives
Increase knowledge of Performance and Image Enhancing Drugs
Dispel myths
Increase knowledge of how PIEDS work and their effects upon individual’s physical and mental health
Increase confidence and competency in working with this population group
Promote ideas of how to shape your service to meet the needs of those using PIEDS
Target audience
This course is primarily targeted at drug and alcohol services who are coming into contact with individuals who are using performance & image enhancing drugs. It will be also of interest to those who wish to further their knowledge in this area.
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.
