SDF Learning Centre

High-quality, evidence-based training designed to inform, support, and empower anyone engaging with people affected by substance use.

A Hub for Learners to find Training & Qualifications in Scotland.

The SDF Learning Centre is a hub for learners in Scotland to find the training and qualifications they need to build confidence, deepen knowledge, and strengthen practical skills around substances, and substance-related issues. Learn more about us by selecting the button below.

About SDF

Flexible learning to meet your needs

We offer a range of learning options including: online facilitator-led training, in-person facilitator-led training, e-learning, and SVQs.

Free Courses

Many of our courses are free for learners in Scotland.

Certificates

Available on completion of our training and e-learning courses.

Bespoke

We can develop tailored courses based on your requirements.

Recommended Courses

See our recommended courses, selected based on current drug trends and related issues.

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Overdose Prevention, Intervention, and Naloxone Training for Trainers

This facilitator course explores naloxone and its role in reducing drug-related deaths, followed by a reflective practice session around four weeks later to support embedding learning into practice.

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Overdose Prevention, Intervention, and Naloxone Training for Trainers

This facilitator course explores naloxone and its role in reducing drug-related deaths, followed by a reflective practice session around four weeks later to support embedding learning into practice.

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A Taste of Motivational Interviewing

The Silver Badge is designed for those who want to deepen their Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills through focused practice, coaching, and feedback.

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The Motivational Supervisor: Motivational Interviewing as a Staff Supervision Style

The Silver Badge is designed for those who want to deepen their Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills through focused practice, coaching, and feedback.

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All Courses

View our calendar to see the training courses happening in your area.

Testimonials

Read what participants have to say about our training.

This was excellent training that was engaging. I feel that I have benefitted from attending and that it has helped to increase my knowledge of trauma and substance use in ways that I can apply to my practice.
Participant on Trauma and Substance Use training

I feel that the facilitators truly stood out—they were excellent: engaging, inclusive, and genuinely invested in what we had to say. It was clear they valued everyone’s input, and I really appreciated how validating and supportive the environment felt.
Participant on Understanding Stigma: Promoting Inclusive Attitudes and Practice training

SDF Learning Centre

High-quality, evidence-based training designed to inform, support, and empower anyone engaging with people affected by substance use.

A Hub for Learners to find Training & Qualifications in Scotland.