Course Details        

Course Structure

The length of our course is 16 - 18 hours, but this may be extended if necessary, the decision resting with the tutor who will take into account the input and progress of the participants.
Our course consists of 4 modules, which are usually held one week apart.  The average class size is 14 students.  
A range of methods are used to deliver the 4 modules and these include lectures, group discussions, questionnaires, syndicate exercises, handouts and videos.

Course Content

All statistical information is updated on an annual basis.  The following is a breakdown of the content of each of the 4 modules:

MODULE 1
SUBJECT/EXERCISE
  General Introduction and Welcome
Tasks for Module 1
Student Registration
Ground Rules
Information Form
Personal Introductions
Expectations
Background to the Course
Course Aims and Objectives
Review of Course Structure
After the Course
Drinking Behaviour Questionnaire
Coffee Break 
Individual Case Study
What is Alcohol?
The Concepts of Alcohol Units and Decay Rates
Three things I have Learnt form this Module
Drink Diary
Additional Material: Alcohol Knowledge
MODULE 2 SUBJECT/EXERCISE
  Student Registration
Revision Exercise
Discuss Drink Diary
The Harmful Effects of Alcohol
Sensible Drinking Limits
Is Moderate Drinking Good for the Heart?
How Many Calories in Your Drink?
The Intoximeter
Coffee Break
What Makes a Good Driver?
The Effects of Alcohol on the Nervous System
How Alcohol Affects Driving Performance: Judgement, Reflexes, Killing Power, Vision
Penalties for Drinking and Driving
Penalty Table
The High Risk Offender Scheme
Three Things I have Learnt from this Module
MODULE 3 SUBJECT/EXERCISE
  Student Registration
Revision Exercise
Discussion - Drink Diary
The Effects of Topping Up
The Effects of Alcohol on Different Individuals
More Facts about Alcohol
Alcohol Affects Attitude - Affects Good Driving
Coffee Break
Accident Risk
Driving Skills
An Examination of Your Drinking
Statistical Information
Consequences Associated with Losing Your Driving Licence
Alcohol Quiz
Three Things I have Learnt from this Module
MODULE 4 SUBJECT/EXERCISE
  Student Registration
Revision Exercise
Drink Diary
Why Do We Drink?
When is it Dangerous to Drink Alcohol?
The Impact of Alcohol on Driving Performance
Sentencing Exercise
Coffee Break
Alternatives to Drink Driving
Alcohol Questionnaire
Sources of Help
Your Completion Certificate
Request for a Medical
Applying for Your Driving Licence
Obtaining Insurance
Course Review
Feedback
Course Closure
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