This training programme is designed for frontline workers (clinical and non-clinical) and volunteers who may witness an opioid overdose.
It has been developed by the HSE National Social Inclusion Office to provide learners with the skills to recognise, intervene and respond to an opioid overdose, including the administration of naloxone.
The training consists of 2 modules with a prerequisite submission required to complete module 2.
To access the modules, log in to HSeLanD and use the 'search a module' tool with the keyword 'naloxone'.
Module 1
An eLearning module available on HSeLanD (approximately 45 minutes).
After successfully completing the multiple choice assessment, you will receive a HSE Opioid Overdose Awareness and Naloxone Administration Module 1 certificate from HSeLanD.
You must successfully complete module 1 and have current CPR training to attend the in-person module 2 training.
Prerequisite submission to complete module 2
You must upload your current CPR certificate (an in-person, hands-on practical cardiopulmonary resuscitation course) for administrator approval. Once this is done, you can register for module 2.
Module 2
An in-person practical course for frontline workers (clinical and non-clinical) and volunteers to practice responding to an overdose.
You can view scheduled module 2 dates on HSeLanD and enrol on your preferred date.
After successfully completing the competency assessment, you will receive a HSE Opioid Overdose Awareness and Naloxone Administration Module 2 certificate from HSeLanD.
Organisations must complete module 2 before notifying the HPRA of their intention to procure Naloxone (using the Emergency Medicines Portal).
Contact
Email: jennifer.smyth2@hse.ie