# Event Details - **Event Name**: Substance (Drug) Awareness & Brief Interventions - In Person (Tue 24th Nov) - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 24 Nov, 2026 at 10:30 am – Tue, 24 Nov, 2026 at 04:30 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: A 6-hour introduction to substance use in the UK. Delivered in person, this course will increase your confidence when discussing substances.About this EventSubstance Awareness & Brief Intervention TrainingPractical skills to identify substance risk, give brief advice, and make every contact count.Are you a frontline professional working in health, community or social care?Every day you have opportunities to make a difference — but do you feel confident starting conversations about substances?This practical, interactive training will give you the skills, confidence and tools to turn everyday contacts into meaningful, supportive conversations.Why this mattersSubstance misuse harm continues to be a growing public health issue:Deaths from drugs (drug poisoning) were at a record high in 2024, reaching 5565 peopleThe highest death rates were in the North-East of the countrySpecific drug use for 16-24 year olds has increased dramatically over recent yearsThis information alone shows how important having conversations about substance use is. Even brief, supportive conversations can make a change.What national guidance tells usThis training is grounded in established UK guidance and best practice:NICE guidance recommends early identification and brief advice to prevent substance-related harmUK clinical guidelines highlight the importance of:Using validated screening tools (e.g. AUDIT)Delivering Substance Brief InterventionsReferring into specialist support where neededThe Making Every Contact Count (MECC) approach encourages professionals to use routine interactions to support healthier behavioursIn short: asking about substances and offering brief advice is not optional — it’s a core part of effective, preventative care.Why attend?Many professionals tell us: “I’m not sure how to raise the subject”, “I don’t want to offend someone”, “I don’t feel confident giving advice”This course is designed to change that.✅ Build confidence to start conversations about substances✅ Look at current drug trends✅ Understand drug categories using the drug wheel✅ Give current naloxone information✅ Learn brief intervention techniques✅ Develop practical, non-judgemental communication skills✅ Know how and when to refer into support servicesEven a short conversation can make a difference — this training helps you make it count.As we are funded by Derbyshire Public Health, our training is free to frontline Derbyshire professionals working in social, health and community care roles.If you work outside of this area, you’re welcome to join for a small fee.ExtrasNetwork with other local professionalsLink into Derbyshire support servicesYou can also book onto our:👉 Alcohol Awareness & Brief Interventions TrainingIf you have any questions before you book on, you can contact us on 📧 training@daas.uk.com 📞01246 206514 and ask for the training teamGet in touch📧 training@daas.uk.com📞 01246 206514 (ask for the training team)Delivered by Derbyshire Addictions Advice Service (DAAS).DAAS is part of Derbyshire Recovery Partnership – the commissioned drug and alcohol treatment service for Derbyshire. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/a1e06e90-a5e5-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1200-h659-dc486848-gmir.png - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chesterfield/substance-drug-awareness-and-brief-interventions-in-person-tue-24th-nov/100001996797998566 - **Event Categories**: workshops, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours - Location: Derbyshire Addictions Advice Service (DAAS) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 20, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Chesterfield - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Derbyshire Addictions Advice Service (DAAS) - **lat**: 53.235494 - **long**: -1.4310519 - **full address**: Derbyshire Addictions Advice Service (DAAS), 1st Floor, Dents Chamber, 81 New Square, Chesterfield, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Substance (Drug) Awareness & Brief Interventions - In Person (Tue 24th Nov) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/3cf256f980afdf30dadeba545c5c60ae4a492d317b747c96b9c59215ce6db6bf-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1786307232 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Substance (Drug) Awareness & Brief Interventions - In Person (Tue 24th Nov) being held? - **A:** Substance (Drug) Awareness & Brief Interventions - In Person (Tue 24th Nov) takes place on Tue, 24 Nov, 2026 at 10:30 am to Tue, 24 Nov, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Derbyshire Addictions Advice Service (DAAS), 1st Floor, Dents Chamber, 81 New Square, Chesterfield, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Substance (Drug) Awareness & Brief Interventions - In Person (Tue 24th Nov)? - **A:** Substance (Drug) Awareness & Brief Interventions - In Person (Tue 24th Nov) is organized by Derbyshire Alcohol Advice Service. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Substance (Drug) Awareness & Brief Interventions - In Person (Tue 24th Nov) is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chesterfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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