Alcohol and Substance Misuse Work Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA

The FdA Alcohol and Substance Misuse Work is designed for individuals seeking to develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to work within the expanding fields of health, social care, and community support. This programme provides an introduction to the frameworks, policies, and practices that shape responses to alcohol and substance misuse, preparing you for meaningful roles in frontline services.\
You will explore key themes such as health and social policy, safeguarding, community support, and professional practice, while developing transferable skills in communication, analysis, and reflective practice. Learning is strongly applied, encouraging you to connect theory with practice through work-related experience and case study analysis.\
The course has been shaped in consultation with employers, ensuring you gain relevant, workplace-ready skills that support both immediate employment opportunities and further study. It also serves as a clear pathway to the FdA Alcohol and Substance Misuse Work and related higher-level qualifications.