Stop Smoking Wales is pleased to offer a free, half-day brief intervention training course.   

What is brief intervention training for smoking cessation?

Brief intervention is a method of discussing smoking and quitting in a positive, non-confrontational way to encourage smokers to think about giving up and enable them to access specialist support when they are ready.

Who is the training for?

This training is suitable for all professionals who come into contact with smokers on a regular basis.

What will the training cover?

• Smoking-related issues and concerns, prevalence, recent changes to the law, the health risks of smoking and the benefits of quitting
• Understanding why people smoke and why it can be difficult to quit
• Recognising when a person may be ready to quit
• Developing practical skills to make effective brief interventions
• How to refer to Stop Smoking Wales and what the service offers

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