Training

We are offering the following training: –

• Introduction to Addiction Studies
• Community Addiction Studies Course (level 5)
• Urrús Keyworking, Care Planning and Case Management (level 6)

The above training will be delivered at our premises in Ballymun.  Prospective students need to be available to engage in learning and study on the days indicated for each programme.  It is essential that students have computer and internet access to engage with their own self-directed learning.

This programme is offered in response to the emerging skills, knowledge and practice needs of new and existing keyworkers in the drug and alcohol, homeless and broader social care sector.  Urrús Keyworking, Care Planning and Case Management programme will give learners the opportunity to understand the systems of key working, care planning and case management within the National Drug Rehabilitation Framework.  The programme runs over twelve weeks, one-day a week (10am-5pm).  It is essential that students have computer, internet access and email to engage with the course learning. Content includes: –

• Key Working – systems and processes
• Care Planning – policy and practice
• Case Management – framework and communications
• Professional Boundaries – understanding and techniques
• Confidentiality and Case Notes – guidelines and application
• Reflective and Professional Practice – theories and practice

Accreditation: QQI Award (Minor) Level 6 – 30 Credits. On successful completion of the programme learners will receive a component certificate in Person Centred Planning (6N2206) and in Boundary Management (6N2207).  Cost: €595.