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Raising awareness about Solvent Use in Children

In recent reviews and in practice there have been concerns about children using solvents.  Solvent use remains a hidden but potentially fatal risk among children and young people. This training session will explore the reasons behind solvent use and raise awareness about signs, effects and impact. 

Target audience:

Anyone working with children and families in Essex

Learning Outcomes:

  • What is Solvent use? 

  • What substances are practitioners seeing being used by children

  • What are the effects and impact of solvent use

  • Signs and language to be aware of  

Cost to participants: Free (however a charge is applicable for late cancellations/non-attendance, please see our Cancellation Policy)

Resources: 

7 minute briefing

Solvent Misuse 7Minute Briefing Final

Cancellation

If a delegate fails to attend a course that they have booked, or cancel with less than five working days’ notice, their organisation will be charged - £10. A delegate will be deemed a non-attendee if they arrive 15 minutes after the course commences either online or at a venue.

Charging and Cancellation Policy