In-person and online

The aim of SAOR training is to enable you to have a short helpful conversation with someone about their alcohol or other drug use using the SAOR Screening and Brief Intervention model. The training, based on the 2nd edition of SAOR (2017), is delivered using a blended learning approach. Participants complete a short eLearning module on HSELand in advance of a 1-day skills practice workshop.

On completion of this course, participants should be able to: 

• Apply the theory from the SAOR online module to their practice
• Identify opportunities to conduct a brief intervention
• Demonstrate appropriate brief intervention skills using the SAOR model
• Identify appropriate alcohol and other drugs care pathways 

HSE staff who have occasion to ask people about their drug and alcohol use in a diverse range of settings including:  acute care settings, mental health services, community based drugs services, child and family services, homeless agencies,  family support, employment support, vocational training, criminal justice, probation, primary care services, third level colleges and sporting organisations.

Please see website.

Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis for each completed application. 

See website for booking form: https://www.hse.ie/eng/about/who/primarycare/socialinclusion/addiction/national-addiction-training/alcohol-and-substance-use-saor/

See HSE website for SAOR resources