Foetal exposure to alcohol
| Audience | Foster carers, Early years workers, School staff, Social workers |
|---|---|
| Course Level | 3 |
| Hours | 20 |
Learning criteria
- Explain current theories and research around causes and prevalence of FASD
- Identify signs and indicators of FAS and FASD
- Explore the importance of early identification of FASD in improving the long term treatment outcomes
- Reflect on how you can work positively and effectively to enable children and young people with FASD to manage impairments and build on strengths
- Explain the value of working in multi-disciplinary teams in providing the most effective long \u2013term provision for FASD sufferers
Learning outcomes
- Understand the lifelong impact of foetal exposure to alcohol
- Understand ways of working to the benefit of children and young people with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)