About
Nitazenes: A Deep Dive is an evening/half day training course delivered by The Loop.
Please note: This course is above an 'entry' level course, as it explores emerging drug trends in depth. Our "Drugs Awareness" course is better pitched at those at the early stages of learning/developing drugs knowledge.
The course is interactive, and our trainers have front line understanding and experience in relation to drug use, drug markets, and harm reduction; drawing on professional training qualifications and many years of experience in delivery.
Our courses are informed by The Loop’s regular healthcare interventions, research and drug testing services, which identify current drug market trends and related issues. This training will be informed by the latest findings from Drug Checking Services, such as The Loop Drug Checking Service (both city centre & events-based testing).
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for anyone who works with people who take drugs or in environments where people consume them and wishes to learn more about Nitazenes. This includes substance use services, universities, NHS/health services, local authorities, third sector, public health, police forces as well as the nighttime economy, including event management, nightlife venues and organisations operating in leisure spaces.
Aim of the course
To support participants to better understand the use patterns of Nitazenes and how they can take a harm reduction approach, informed by the current data on these substances.
Learning outcomes
- Learn the history of Nitazenes.
- Know the current drug market data for Nitazenes in the UK, and worldwide.
- Be up to date with the latest trends about these substances.
- The effects, risks and harm reduction for Nitazene use.
Overview of course content
- The history of Opioid based drugs, including Nitazenes and current drug related statistics around prevalence, potency and deaths.
- Price, purity, legal status and drug market data.
- The effects and risks of Nitazene use; both acute and chronic.
- Adopting a harm reduction approach; for individuals who may unintentionally and/or intentionally seek to use Nitazenes and in environments where it is commonly used. Including the use of Naloxone.
Questions, queries and follow up support
If you have any questions about the training, please drop us an email on training@wearetheloop.org. For those of you who attend the training, we will be happy to offer follow up support and signpost you to further resources.
