This comprehensive and professional course is run by UrrĂºs in partnership with University College Dublin and intended to provide participants with a range of skills and knowledge both academic and practical which will enhance their effectiveness in responding to the complex issue of drug and alcohol misuse within a community environment. This one year intensive programme leading to a NFQ Level 7 Diploma awarded by National University of Ireland, University College Dublin, is based on community development principles and uses adult learning approaches in its delivery. The programme is accepted as part fulfillment of the educational requirements for membership of Addiction Counsellors of Ireland (formerly IAAAC) and offers a progression pathway to B.Soc Science with UCD.

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