7197: Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

This course aims to raise awareness and promote better understanding of FAS/FASD. It will provide an overview of best practice that can be implemented in a professional or voluntary setting.
Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an umbrella term used to describe the range of birth defects (including Foetal Alcohol Syndrome-FAS) which can occur in a child whose mother drinks alcohol during pregnancy. Currently in the UK, information and resources for supporting children affected by FASD, are limited.

Learning Outcomes
 Outline contemporary research regarding the impact of alcohol use on the developing foetus.
 Describe the potential physical mechanisms of harm to the unborn child with their related symptoms.
 Outline patterns of incidence and prevalence
 Demonstrate enhanced confidence in raising the issue with service users.
Price
Free
No future sessions