Foetal Alcohol Syndrome

Course Title: Foetal Alcohol Syndrome

Course length 2 Hours

Maximum number to attend, 20 – 60, up to 20 delegates per course

Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is an umbrella term that covers Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)

If a woman drinks alcohol during pregnancy, she risks damaging her baby.  This can result in mental and physical problems in the baby called Foetal Alcohol Syndrome.

This course is aimed at staff who require awareness and knowledge of Foetal Alcohol Syndrome.

Learning Outcome & Assessment Criteria

Introduction – What is Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

Understand and discuss:

What is Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and Foetal Alcohol Syndrome. (FAS)

Characteristics of Foetal Alcohol Syndrome

Alcohol and Brain Development

Characteristics and Physical Effects

Understanding the Foetal Alcohol Syndrome thought process

Prevalence of Foetal Alcohol Syndrome

Prevention of Foetal Alcohol Syndrome

Treatment and Support

Treatments available:

Medication

Counselling

Alternative treatment

Support available

At the end of the training session, there is a written assessment to evidence the learning of the attendees.