VBA Stop Smoking Training Session
Empower your staff to confidently approach conversations about quitting smoking while maintaining a non-confrontational approach
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About this event
About This Event
Join Smokefree Liverpool for our Very Brief Advice (VBA) stop smoking training session. This interactive session is designed to empower staff to confidently approach conversations about quitting smoking while maintaining a non-confrontational approach.
Why Attend?
The session will equip your team with essential knowledge about tobacco and nicotine and their impacts on health, finances, and overall well-being. Participants will also gain insight into Smokefree Liverpool’s referral pathways and learn how to support individuals on their journey to a smokefree life.
Key Topics Covered:
- Understanding the health implications of smoking
- The effects of second-hand smoke
- What’s in a cigarette: a brief overview
- Vapes and shisha: facts and myths
- The health benefits of quitting smoking
- Methods & medications available to quit smoking
- Services and support offered by Smokefree Liverpool
- Delivering effective Very Brief Advice (VBA)
- How to refer patients/service users into the Smokefree Liverpool stop smoking service
Who Should Attend?
This training is perfect for healthcare professionals, community leaders, educators, and anyone who engages with individuals looking to quit smoking.
Training Schedule:
- April Dates: 14th April 2025 & 17th April 2025
- Start Times: 10:00 AM & 13:30 PM
- May Dates: 12th May 2025 & 17th May 2025
- Start Times: 11AM, 1PM & 6PM
- Duration: 1hour
How to Register:
Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out! To secure your place, please email smokefree.liverpool@nhs.net or register directly through this Eventbrite page.
Contact Us:
For further information, email smokefree.liverpool@nhs.net.
Let’s work together to create a healthier, smokefree Liverpool!