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  • Modular Training Materials

    The two-day training course materials have been divided into individual modules to allow flexible delivery. The training modules vary from 10 to 40 minutes in length and cover specific topics and skills. Some modules may also be used when training other NHS staff.

    We have included a training guide and all the necessary training resources to deliver each individual module.

    Modules are contained in folders that you can download by clicking the link below each module section.

    Training module overview
    The following Training module overview is contained within the folder below

    • Overview of training modules
    Click here to access and download the training module overview

    Module 1: Introduction
    The following resources for Module 1 are contained within the folder below.
    • Introduction: Trainer’s Guide
    • Introduction: PowerPoint presentation
    Click here to access and download Module 1 materials

    Module 2: Mental illness, smoking and stopping: changing lives
    The following resources for Module 2 are contained within the folder below.
    • Mental illness, smoking and stopping: changing lives: Trainer’s Guide
    • Mental illness, smoking and stopping: changing lives: PowerPoint presentation
    Click here to access and download Module 2 materials

    Module 3: Understanding tobacco dependence in people with SMI
    The following resources for Module 3 are contained within the folder below.
    • Understanding tobacco dependence in people with SMI: Trainers Guide
    • Understanding tobacco dependence in people with SMI: PowerPoint presentation
    Click here to access and download Module 3 materials

    Module 4: Behaviour change techniques and core communication skills
    The following resources for Module 4 are contained within the folder below.
    • Behaviour change techniques and core communication skills: Trainers Guide
    • Behaviour change techniques and core communication skills: PowerPoint presentation
    • Handout 1: Patient statements
    Click here to access and download Module 4 materials

    Module 5: Treating tobacco dependence: a new standard of care
    The following resources for Module 5 are contained within the folder below.
    • Treating tobacco dependence: a new standard of care: Trainers Guide
    • Treating tobacco dependence: a new standard of care: PowerPoint presentation
    Click here to access and download Module 5 materials

    Module 6: Point of admission care: acute management of nicotine withdrawal
    The following resources for Module 6 are contained within the folder below.
    • Point of admission care: acute management of nicotine withdrawal: Trainers Guide
    • Point of admission care: acute management of nicotine withdrawal: PowerPoint presentation
    Click here to access and download Module 6 materials

    Module 7: Engaging patients in treatment: specialist assessment and treatment plan
    The following resources for Module 7 are contained within the folder below.
    • Engaging patients in treatment: specialist assessment and treatment plan: Trainers Guide
    • Engaging patients in treatment: specialist assessment and treatment plan: PowerPoint presentation
    • Handout 1: Best practices for tobacco treatment in people with SMI
    Click here to access and download Module 7 materials

    Module 8: Effective use of tobacco dependence medications and aids
    The following resources for Module 8 are contained within the folder below.
    • Effective use of tobacco dependence medications and aids: Trainers Guide
    • Effective use of tobacco dependence medications and aids: PowerPoint presentation
    • Handout 1: Tobacco dependence aids quick reference
    • Handout 2: Individualised dosing
    Click here to access and download Module 8 materials

    Module 9: Nicotine vapes
    The following resources for Module 9 are contained within the folder below.
    • Nicotine vapes: Trainers Guide
    • Nicotine vapes: PowerPoint presentation
    • Handout 1: Tobacco dependence aids quick reference
    Click here to access and download Module 9 materials

    Module 10: Nicotine replacement therapy: Getting to know the products
    The following resources for Module 10 are contained within the folder below.
    • Nicotine replacement therapy: Getting to know the products:Trainers Guide
    • Nicotine replacement therapy: Getting to know the products: PowerPoint presentation
    • Handout 1: Tobacco dependence aids quick reference
    • Handout 2: Medication and aids worksheet
    Click here to access and download Module 10 materials?

    Module 11: Nicotine analogues and bupropion
    The following resources for Module 11 are contained within the folder below.
    • Nicotine analogue and bupropion: Trainers Guide
    • Nicotine analogue and bupropion: PowerPoint presentation
    • Handout 1: Tobacco dependence aids quick reference
    Click here to access and download Module 11 materials

    Module 12: Discussing tobacco dependence aids with patients
    The following resources for Module 12 are contained within the folder below.
    • Discussing tobacco dependence aids with patients: Trainers Guide
    • Discussing tobacco dependence aids with patients: PowerPoint presentation
    • Handout 1: Tobacco dependence aids quick reference
    Click here to access and download Module 12 materials

    Module 13: Challenging conversations: responding to staff scenarios
    The following resources for Module 13 are contained within the folder below.
    • Challenging conversations: responding to staff scenarios: Trainers Guide
    • Challenging conversations: responding to staff scenarios: PowerPoint presentation
    • Handout 1: Staff statements
    Click here to access and download Module 13 materials

    Module 14: Carbon monoxide monitoring as a motivational tool
    The following resources for Module 14 are contained within the folder below.
    • Carbon monoxide monitoring as a motivational tool: Trainers Guide
    • Carbon monoxide monitoring as a motivational tool: PowerPoint presentation
    Click here to access and download Module 14 materials

    Module 15: Smoking and psychotropic medications interactions
    The following resources for Module 15 are contained within the folder below.
    • Smoking and psychotropic medications interactions: Trainers Guide
    • Smoking and psychotropic medications interactions: PowerPoint presentation
    Click here to access and download Module 15 materials

    Module 16: Tobacco and cannabis use
    The following resources for Module 16 are contained within the folder below.
    • Tobacco and cannabis use: Trainers Guide
    • Tobacco and cannabis use: PowerPoint presentation
    Click here to access and download Module 16 materials

    Module 17: Initial assessment and treatment plan
    The following resources for Module 17 are contained within the folder below.
    • Initial assessment and treatment plan: Trainers Guide
    • Initial assessment and treatment plan: PowerPoint presentation
    Click here to access and download Module 17 materials

    Module 18: Cut Down and Then Stop
    The following resources for Module 18 are contained within the folder below.
    • Cut Down and Then Stop: Trainers Guide
    • Cut Down and Then Stop: PowerPoint presentation
    • Handout 1: Skills practice checklist for CDTS
    • Handout 2: CDTS support pack
    Click here to access and download Module 18 materials

    Module 19: Follow-up scenarios
    The following resources for Module 19 are contained within the folder below.
    • Follow-up support and patient scenarios: Trainers Guide
    • Follow-up support and patient scenarios: PowerPoint presentation
    Click here to access and download Module 19 materials

    Module 20: Discharge planning and post-discharge support
    The following resources for Module 20 are contained within the folder below.
    • Discharge planning and post-discharge support: Trainers Guide
    Discharge planning and post-discharge support: PowerPoint presentation
    Click here to access and download Module 20 materials

    Module 21: Responding to patient and staff scenarios
    The following resources for Module 21 are contained within the folder below.
    • Responding to patient and staff scenarios: Trainers Guide
    • Responding to patient and staff scenarios: PowerPoint presentation
    Click here to access and download Module 21 materials

    Module 22: Myths and Facts
    The following resources for Module 22 are contained within the folder below.
    • FAQs 2 – Inpatient Mental Health: Trainers Guide
    • FAQs 2 – Inpatient Mental Health: PowerPoint presentation
    Click here to access and download Module 22 materials

    Module 23: Course wrap-up
    The following resources for Module 23 are contained within the folder below.
    • Course wrap-up - Inpatient Mental Health: Trainers Guide
    • Course wrap-up - Inpatient Mental Health: PowerPoint presentation
    Click here to access and download Module 23 materials