Understanding Synthetic Cannabinoid Receptor Agonists (“Spice”) and Semi-Synthetic Cannabinoids
Code: RES
Duration: 3 Hours
This 3 hour informational/interactive session will enhance learners’ knowledge around the use and misuse of synthetic cannabinoid receptor agonists (“spice”) and semi-synthetic cannabinoids.
Eligibility: This course is available free to anyone working in the statutory or voluntary sector in Northern Ireland who may encounter the misuse of spice and semi-synthetic cannabinoids. Trainees must have previously attended Substance Misuse Awareness prior to enrolling onto this course.
Outcomes
| Course Outcomes: By the end of today, learners will be able to:
◉ Understand the history of synthetic cannabinoid receptor agonists (SCRAs)/ ”spice” ◉ Describe SCRAs and semi-synthetic cannabinoids (SSCs), including effects, appearances, and risks ◉ Explain harm reduction approaches for people using SCRAs and SSCs ◉ Identify sources of support |
Relevance
This course will be relevant to anyone working with service users, youth, incarcerated persons, homeless populations, or any others who are using or at risk of using synthetic cannabinoid receptor agonists and/or semi-synthetic cannabinoids. Trainees must have previously attended Substance Misuse Awareness prior to enrolling onto this course.
What’s included in this course:
Course Materials (Digital Download)
PDF Certificate on Completion
PDF Certificate on Completion
