Below is a list of WithYou Lancashire's free online substance and service training for August. Please feel free to join onto the sessions, or if you'd prefer training to just your team or staff, we can arrange free training online or in person.

Let’s Talk Ketamine
3rd August 11.30am
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lets-talk-ketamine-tickets-1994053914938?aff=oddtdtcreator


Let’s Talk Cannabis and THC Vapes
10th August 2pm 
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lets-talk-cannabis-and-thc-vapes-tickets-1994061562813?aff=oddtdtcreator 


Let’s Talk Contaminants
17th August 10am
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lets-talk-contaminants-tickets-1994069167559?aff=oddtdtcreator


Let’s Talk Inhalants
21st August 10.30am 
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lets-talk-inhalants-tickets-1994069462441?aff=oddtdtcreator 


WithYou Young Person’s Service Awareness Talk
24th August 2.30pm
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/withyou-young-persons-awareness-talk-tickets-1990651295612?aff=oddtdtcreator ​

Creating scroll-stopping videos: How to hook audiences
​Tuesday 14 July, 14:00 – 15:00, online

Want to create social media videos that stop people scrolling and engage with your cause?
Join us for this free, interactive drop-in clinic with Fred Bhat, Executive Producer for at BBC. Fred will cover how to create compelling short-form videos that engage audiences, even with limited time and resources.
Learn simple storytelling techniques used by broadcasters and digital creators, then put your questions directly to Fred during a live Q&A. Whether you're looking for fresh content ideas or want to improve your videos, you'll leave with practical advice you can start using straight away.
Places are limited to 40 charities, so book early to secure your free spot!

Comms support for charities navigating rising costs

​Wednesday 29 July, 13:00 - 14:00, online

Don’t miss your chance to sign up! Join our expert panel for this free session to explore how charities can stay visible, build trust and strengthen relationships with supporters and funders, even when time and resources are limited.
You’ll hear from experts across fundraising, partnerships and communications, including insights from small charity leaders navigating these challenges first-hand. Perfect for charities of all sizes looking for guidance and support when budgets are tight!

​Applications are now open for the Together an Active Future (TaAF) Train the Trainer Programme – a fully funded opportunity for people across Pennine Lancashire and Blackpool who are passionate about creating positive change in their communities.

​Taking place on Tuesday 14th July, 2PM – 3:30PM at the YES Hub, the session will help you promote your organisation more effectively, build meaningful professional connections, and reach and engage your target audience.

The workshop is open to businesses, charities and community organisations across Pendle, and no previous LinkedIn experience is needed. Guidance on setting up an account will be sent before the session for anyone who needs it.
To book your place, please visit: https://loom.ly/RViVTus ​

Ketamine awareness training covering effects, risks, bladder damage, synthetic opioid contamination, harm reduction and treatment options.
This interactive training is aimed at professionals working with individuals who use substances, including those in health, social care, criminal justice, housing, education, and community services.
The session provides an overview of ketamine, including how it is used, common methods of administration, desired effects, risks, and long-term consequences. Participants will learn about emerging trends such as the use of "Calvin Klein" (ketamine and cocaine), contamination with synthetic opioids, and the increasing prevalence of ketamine-related bladder and kidney damage.

Topics covered include:
• What ketamine is and how it is used
• Signs, symptoms and effects of ketamine use
• Ketamine bladder and associated health complications
• Mental health impacts and dependence
• Drug mixing and overdose risks
• Current legislation relating to ketamine
• Harm reduction advice and overdose prevention
• Local treatment pathways and recovery support options
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By the end of the session, participants will have increased confidence in recognising ketamine-related harms, delivering harm reduction advice, and supporting individuals into appropriate treatment and recovery services.

COURSE DETAILS

All training is accredited and your certificate will be received upon completion of the course in full. This is delivered by either email or face to face, depending on delivery.

Youth Mental Health First Aid – Full (2 day) and Half Day Aware courses

Designed to help young people aged 8 to 18.

YMHFA Full Course (two day) - Provides a more in depth understanding of specific mental health issues:
• What is mental health?
• Depression and anxiety
• Suicide and psychosis
• Self-harm and eating disorders

It focuses on the issues faced by young people today, such as cyber bullying and substance misuse, and teaches how to promote protective factors and good parenting.

Training can be carried out online or F2F. Online is delivered on a training platform over 4 lives sessions (2.5 hours each with home learning required).

Course placements are limited per course and we will operate on a first come first serve basis. Should the date requested be full, an alternative will be offered if available at the time of enquiry, or you will be places on our wait list.


Courses available:


6th, 7th, 9th, 10th July -  13:00 - 17:00 - Online


23rd, 24th July - 9:00 - 17:00 - Rigby Street, Colne

Orange Button

Delegates attending one of our eligible courses will be able to register/receive an Orange Button pack and become an Orange Button holder. This identifies that the individual has attended one of the following courses;
YMHFA 2 DAY - F2F or Online,
YMHFA HALF DAY AWARE
AMHFA 2 Day F2F or Online
AMHFA HALF DAY AWARE
safeTALK

By wearing or displaying an Orange Button at your discretion a member of the community, service user, family or friend are able to approach the holder to ask them for support or information. An Orange Button holder will be able to identify, listen and sign post the individual reaching out for support.

For further details please click HERE

If you have any queries, please don’t hesitate to contact us at training@p-a-c.org.uk

Kings Trust have so many great courses for young people aged 16-30 to get involved in.

​Courses are free and give people the tools to build their confidence, find a job or start their own business.
Coming up:

• Build confidence with Explore
• Step into NHS
• Get into NHS w/ ELHT
• Team: our 12-week personal development course

 

• Free funding to train or start work
• Support to start your own business
• CV Review Service

Read on to find out more!

Location: Burnley
Taster Session: 7 Jul 26
Course Dates: 14 Jul 26 - 17 Aug 26 
Ages: 16- 25


On our Explore programme, young people will take part in fun, challenging activities to help grow their confidence whilst taking steps to achieve their goals.


They will gain key skills to support them in life and work, including teamwork, leadership and communication. We'll provide regular one-to-one support to help young people achieve a positive outcome.

Get Hired
Location: Burnley
Course dates: 14 - 15 Jul 26
Ages: 18-30


Do you know a young person searching for a job in the Health and Social Care Sector? Our Get Hired programme is here to support them. We’ll empower them with the skills to shine in interviews, giving them a competitive edge.
They will also have the chance to have a screening interview with Alternative Futures who have care assistant roles across Lancashire.


Eligibility Criteria:

• The programme is open to young people aged 18 to 30
• No qualifications needed
• Young person needs to be willing and able to attend the two-day programme and then work in the Health and Social Care Sector

Team
Location: Lancashire and Cumbria
Course dates: Next programmes start Sep 26
Ages: 16- 25


Join Team, our 12- week personal development programme, for the chance to gain new skills, earn a qualification and meet like-minded people.


Young people will take part in a group community project, go on a fun-filled residential trip, and develop their English, maths, communication and teamwork skills.