The company I work for requires sixteen hours of Alcohol Drug Class each year. This is for everyone from the president to the most recent hires. The company feels like it's a way to stay on top of any issues that might be simmering. The course  teaches us to understand the consequences of alcohol and drug abuse and what steps to take to prevent it. This includes effective communication skills, as well as, stress management, and how we all have different risk factors. It places an emphasis on how alcohol and drugs affect us physically as well as mentally. I don't have issues with these substances, but the classes do make some of my co-workers really think twice about what they are doing to their bodies and how it's negatively impacting them at work and with their families.  Companies large and small can benefit from these online classes. By taking steps to spot alcohol and drug abuse, early intervention is possible. 

There have been few issues society has tackled as difficult as substance abuse. The addiction to alcohol or drugs can be a tough one to overcome.  Many big companies now require that new hires take Alcohol Awareness Classes before they can begin employment. Courts, mental health providers and countless other professions have all begun requiring these classes before they can begin work.  So where can you find these programs? They are usually available locally, but its never that simple to get into one. You may have to travel a distance, wait until a new course cycle begins again, or they may be held at an impossible time for you. However, with the progression of technology, quality classes can now be found online. Make sure you choose an educational online class that is designed by a licensed and practicing specialist in the field.  This will insure that all the information is current and accurate.  Then all you have to do is register from any Internet based computer, and you are on your way.  The class is immediately available on your screen and can be taken at your own pace.  Some companies even allow new employees to take them during work hours.  There is nothing to download or print out.  You simply scroll through the class, answer the quizes and take a final exam at the end of the course.  I went into it thinking it would be a waste of time, but I actually learned a lot of new information that I passed on to my spouse and kids.  

My husband has an alcohol problem. He was booked for driving under the influence last month. The court ordered him to seek treatment. To meet one of the court requirements, he will take a 12 Hour Alcohol and Drug Class online. His alchohol problem is affecting our lives. We get into arguments over it. He really needs help in fighting this addiction. The problem is that he has friends who do not see this as a problem. They go out drinking a lot. This is tough on my husband because he wants to hang out with his friends, and it is hard for him not to abuse alcohol when he is out. Until now, I've been living with the problem but I'm hoping that this is a wake-up call for him. This online alcohol awareness class will educate him about the long-term health risks he's doing to his body and the repercussions his alcoholism has on our relationship. I really hope this class makes him think about it and to change his ways, otherwise I'm going to have to leave him.

There are times when there are problems in a person's life that lead to criminal charges involving alcohol. Sometimes this is just because someone was being stupid or because they have a true problem with it. If you have been ordered to take a class, then your best bet is to take an alcohol class online. These classes can be beneficial for a number of reasons. A person might choose to open up and be more honest with themselves if they do not have to do it with an audience. Also, if they work odd hours, it may be easier to take a class whenever it fits into your busy schedule. These classes are available for people who need to learn more about the addiction of alcohol for their job as well. However, if you taking the class to satisfy a court order or a certification, you will want to make sure your jurisdiction will accept them. Check with your judge with an explanation of why online classes will most benefit you. They offer convenience, low-cost, and the same education you would receive in a traditional classroom, but with complete anonymity.

If you are taking alcohol and drugs classes to satisfy a particular court, school or occupational requirement then you may need to take Minor in Posession Classes. There are online classes available in MIP (Minor in Possession) that are specialized for young adults that are caught in possession of alcohol or drugs. Sites such as www.nationalalcoholclass.com offer these classes to those that need them. After taking the class, one receives a certificate of completion. The advantages of the online format include a self paced format and 24 hours a day, 7 days a week access. Level 1 8-hour classes are available, as are level 2 12-hour and 16-hour classes. Even a level 3 24-hour class is available. These online courses cover topics such as patterns of drug and alcohol abuse, risk factors with drug and alcohol use, relationships between stress and drug usage, consequences of drug abuse, increasing emotional intelligence, distinguishing between different categories of drugs, and creating a plan for positive change.