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Training

‘Raising the issue of smoking' - brief advice course

• A course designed to improve confidence & skills in raising the issue of smoking
• Training is in a ‘blended' format combining an online section (1 hour approx) with a face to face session (3 hours)

Who is this course for?

• Anyone who comes into contact with the general public and has the opportunity to raise the issue of smoking
• Any NHS staff, those working in other sectors, voluntary staff... the list is endless
• The Scottish Government has recommended that all acute sector staff undergo training in brief advice on smoking.

‘Young people & tobacco' training course

• A 1 day course designed to improve confidence & skills for those working with young smokers

Who is this course for?

• Anyone who works with young people & has the opportunity to raise the issue of smoking e.g. youth workers, school nurses

Reducing children's exposure to secondhand smoke


• A course designed to improve confidence & skills for those working with parents / carers to help reduce children's exposure to secondhand smoke inside & outside the home
• The course is 4 hours long

Who is this course for?

• Anyone who has face to face contact with parents / carers of children under 5 years old & also has the opportunity to follow up on initial contact.

What's the cost?

All our courses are free of charge for anyone who works within the Greater Glasgow & Clyde area. A nominal charge will be made for anyone who attends from outwith this area.

What if I smoke?

It doesn't matter if you have never smoked or are a current smoker, what is important is that you are committed to raising the issue of smoking & encouraging people to think about their smoking.

How do I register?

You can find out more information about courses by calling The Health Improvement Team on 0141 201 4620, e-mailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

What have people said about our training?

"Being a smoker I expected to be lectured, which I wasn't. I found this helped me take on information with an open mind." Attendee at Brief Advice Training

"Has refreshed my knowledge & am keen to put into practice. I would recommend colleagues attend this training" Attendee at Brief Advice Training


Course Title Venue Time Date Contact to Register
Raising the Issue of Smoking in Mental Health Leverndale Hospital 3 and a half hours (9:30 - 13:00) 26th April 2012 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Raising the Issue of Smoking Board Room, Admin Building Gartnavel 3 Hours (13:00 - 16:00 Hours) 24th April 2012 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Raising the Issue of Smoking in Mental Health Eastbank Resource Centre  3 & half hours (9:30-13:00) 15th May 2012   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Tobacco & Young People Training Eastbank Health Promotion Centre Full day 6th June 2012 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Raising the Issue of Smoking in Mental Health Gartnavel Royal Hospital 3 & half hours (9:30-13:00) 7th June 2012 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Raising the Issue of Smoking Adelphi Centre, Gorbals 3 hours (1:30-4:30) 20th June 2012 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Raising the Issue of Smoking Eastbank Health Promotion Centre 3 hours (9:15-12:30) 22nd August 2012 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Tobacco & Young People Training Eastbank Health Promotion Centre Full Day 30th August 2012 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Raising the Issue of Smoking in Mental Health Leverndale Hospital 3 & half hours (9:30-13:00) 13th Sept 2012 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Raising the Issue of Smoking Barrhead 3 hours 13th Sept 2012 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Raising the Issue of Smoking Victory Christian Centre, Govan 3 hours (9:30 - 12:30) 23rd August 2012 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Raising the Issue of Smoking Adelphi Centre, Gorbals 3 hours (1:30-4:30) 23rd October 2012 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Raising the Issue of Smoking in Mental Health Inverclyde Royal Hospital 3 & half hours (9:30-13:00) 8th November 2012 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Raising the Issue of Smoking Eastbank Health Promotion Centre 3 hours (1:15-4:30) 29th November 2012  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Tobacco & Young People Training TBC Full Day 4th Dec 2012 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Raising the Issue of Smoking Victory Christian Centre, Govan 3 hours (1:30-4:30) 16th January 2013 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Raising the Issue of Smoking Barrhead 3 hours 14th February 2013  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Tobacco & Young People Training TBC Full Day 27th Feb 2013 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Raising the Issue of Smoking Adelphi Centre, Gorbals 3 hours (9:30 - 12:30) 21st March 2013 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it





 

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