'Schools need to provide Drug Education not just because the law requires them to do so, but because drugs are part of the lives of all young people. Many young people now get that experience directly - they and others are informed by the media, friends, family or community' - The Right Choice: Guidance on Selecting Drug Education Materials for Schools SCODA.

Staff are often tasked with delivering drug education having experienced little or no training. When asked, many express concern and worry that their knowledge of drugs is less than that of the pupils they are teaching.
This course is intended to help you overcome those fears by gaining better knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding drugs and drug education.