This part time course, held in the evening, is informed by the latest evidence-based practice and research. It will provide essential CPD for housing staff, social workers, nurses, youth workers and staff working in the area of addiction, harm reduction and recovery. It will also be relevant to people with lived experience who now work in a voluntary capacity to support others in the recovery process.

Entry requirements: All applications must satisfy Open University general entrance requirements for Certificate and Diploma courses. The standard offer for this course is 32 UCAS points and 5 GCSEs (Grade A, B or C) to include Maths and English or equivalent. Competence in written and spoken English is required and certificated evidence of GCSE English Language or accepted equivalent is required. Level 2 Essential Skills in Communication is acceptable

1 Evening per week, starting Thu 2nd October 2025, 5pm-9:30pm. Fully funded by DfE via Skill Up programme.


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