Professional Development

(5-day course)

Following the 2008 Drug Strategy (HM Government) and the NTA guidelines on the importance of working with families and carers), this course offers training in:

THINKING BEYOND THE INDIVIDUAL

  • Evidence-based practice
  • Developing services to family members/carers in their own right
  • Exploring theoretical models of working with children
  • Involving families/carers in the treatment of the substance misuser  

Course content

Lectures on topics such as family patterns, systemic theory, motivational interviewing and family meetings. Workshops to explore topics further and apply the theory to practice.

Professional development groups to gain awareness of personal and professional issues as they affect performance, effectiveness and personal well-being. There is also time for relaxation and to explore the grounds.

Accredited by the University of Bath.

Dates for 2010/2011

17-21 May 2010;

6-10 September 2010;

24-28 January 2011;

7-11 March 2011;

Cost:  £700 (to include all University fees, refreshments and light lunch)

NB enrolment with the University is arranged through Families Plus.

Details and application form ring 01747 832015. or email:  debby.williamson@actiononaddiction.org.uk

  • The residential course was excellent. I have learnt so many new skills which I can bring to my job as a counsellor.

    Mark