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At MaCYSS, we believe that education and community engagement are crucial in reducing alcohol and drug related harm.
Community Addiction Studies Course (CASC)
Aim of Programme: The purpose of the Community Addiction Studies Course♥ is to enable people to:
▪ Learn about drugs and their effects
▪ Develop an understanding of addiction
▪ Examine their own attitudes
▪ Become more effective in their personal responses
▪ Develop the skills and knowledge to become more effective in responding to alcohol &
▪ other drug use in their own communities.
Type:
Level:
Certification: URRÚS is registered with QQI (Quality and Qualifications Ireland). On successful completion of the programme learners will receive a component certificate in Community Addiction Studies QQI Award (Minor) Level 5 - Further Education and Training. Facilitation provided by Information & Education Programmes and tutor sessions by URRÚS.
Cost:
270 euro
Who is it for:
Student/Trainee Profile: Community members who feel they would like to be more effective when it comes to drug/alcohol issues. To be part of this course applicants may help to have one module at level 4 and/or relevant work/volunteering experience, also show a willingness to learn.
Course Provider:
Programmes and tutor sessions by URRÚS.
Duration:
Delivery & Location:
Part-time: The programme will run over 20 sessions - 1 Tuesday per week, 10am - 1pm, in Cavan Town. This programme will be delivered in class-based activities. Prospective students need to be available to engage in learning and study each Tuesday morning commencing on September 2nd, 2025.
Contact:
Please request and return application forms to: Stephanie Kane - North East Regional Drugs & Alcohol Task Force,
stephanie.kane@nedrugtaskforce.ie
by 5pm on 15th August and we will contact you via email/telephone to arrange an interview time.
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Welcome to Monaghan and Cavan Youth Substance Support (MaCYSS), where we provide comprehensive alcohol and drug services for young people and their families.