LFTW (Life For The World Trust)

Programme Detail: Substance Misuse, Care and Counselling (University Cert)

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Substance Misuse, Care and Counselling (University Cert)
Type of Training Programme with multiple subsidiary courses
Reference Number
Description Life For The World Trust, (LFTW), in association with the University of Gloucestershire have developed the University Certificate in Substance misuse Care and Counselling - 60 CATS points at level 1 – Having a academically credit rated programme of learning, this course enables students to pursue further professional study options, including degree courses in counselling and other disciplines.
Keywords addictions, drugs, alcohol, danos, community, training, addicts, bible-based, rehab, homeless
Languages Programme Available in English (UK, International)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available United Kingdom / Countrywide
Area of Ministry and Focus Bible Teaching and Training / Discipling and Training Others; Caring for People and the World / Caring for Children and the Vulnerable; Caring for People and the World / Healthcare
Residential/Non Residential Non Residential
Full-time or Part-time Part-time
Level Certificate
Cost Range Variable according to means
Actual Cost £1100
Bursaries/scholarships available No
Actual Length 19 days
Average hours of study per week 2
Methods of instruction Students will be expected to do some background reading and research and relate their learning to current and future practice. Four written assignments, one for each module, are required in addition to a 50-hour voluntary placement for the Certificate to be awarded. An introduction to learning skills session enables students, who are returning to learning, to develop confidence.
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) 19 days
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) 50hr placement
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). varied
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 36
Prerequisite Programmes Candidates need approval from a church leader/minister.
Other Prerequisites The only requirements for the course are a God-given commitment to work with drug/alcohol misusers and an ability to study as part of a team and also independently.
Qualifications gained University Certificate in Substance misuse Care and Counselling - 60 CATS points at level 1
Qualifications this programme is part of
Programme Accredited by Other Accreditation (see below)
Other Accrediting Bodies University of Gloucestershire