NCFE CACHE Level 1 Award in Awareness of Substance Misuse
- Ref:
- 603/1924/0
- Sector:
- Health, Public Services and Care, Health and Social Care
- Features:
- Learning Resources Available
- Level
- Level 1
- Minimum entry age
- 14
- GLH
- 18
- TQT
- 20
What does this qualification cover?
This qualification enables the learner to develop a knowledge and understanding of substance misuse awareness - including alcohol - and its potential effects on individuals and others.
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is suitable for learners wishing to increase their awareness of substance misuse.
What are the entry requirements?
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 14 and above. We do not set any other entry requirements but centres may have their own guidelines.
How is it assessed?
This qualification is assessed via a mandatory workbook, which is internally assessed and externally quality assured.
Do you need to be working to take this qualification?
Learners do not need to be working or undertaking practical placements to take this qualification.
How long does it take to complete?
You can usually complete this qualification in less than two months.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to Level 2 Awards or Diplomas in Health, or Health and Social Care. It may also be useful to those studying qualifications in the following sectors: counselling, childcare, sport and recreation, community work, youth work, or volunteering.
Funding for our qualifications
Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on the Funding page.
Qualification Specification
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Key Facts
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Qualification Specification (doc)
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Learner Workbook
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Assessor Guide
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Students will still need to prepare a portfolio of evidence. We encourage centres to review our guidance on the types of evidence, and evidence capture, that we permit including e.g. the use of video, photos and other digital means of demonstrating knowledge and skills.
This qualification is in scope for alternative arrangements and if required can be awarded via an assessed grade from the centre.
For further information please see the adaptation addendum document below.
AT 60319240 V1.0
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