Start Date
- September 2021, Full Time
Summary
This course offers a comprehensive understanding to the Health & Social Care Sector, giving you the underpinning knowledge and skills to progress within this industry. In the first year you will study towards a BTEC level 3 Diploma, broadly the equivalent to 1.5 A Levels. If you Successfully complete this year you may be able to progress on to the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Health and Social Care. The Extended Diploma deepens the specialist work-related focus and is broadly the equivalent of 3 A Levels
Work experience is included as part of the course to give you a range of valuable practical experiences. It will also help build your confidence, knowledge and enhance your practical social care skills.
The course is made up of a variety of units which may include:
- Human Lifespan Development
- Working in Health and Social Care
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Current research in Health and Social Care
- Promoting Public Health
- Work Experience
- Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs
- Physiological Disorders and their care
- Sociological perspectives
- Psychological perspectives
Why Our College?
Excellent progression
100% of our students progress to universitym employment, apprenticeships, or gap years
Developed with employers
Our career focused courses have been developed with employers, to ensure you'll be equipped with the skills needed for the modern workplace
Learning opportunities
To enhance your studies, we offer a variety of opportunities for you to meet new people, and enhance your UCAS personal statement or CV by getting involved in something rewarding
Entry Requirements
5 GCSE's at grade C/4 including English & Maths or a BTEC Level 2 Health and Social Care passed at Merit level. A successful completion of Disclosure Baring Service (DBS) check.
Good English and Maths skills are essential for many jobs and courses you will progress on to. The Government has made it a priority for students to develop these skills and your course programme will reflect this key aim.
Objective
If you are interested in a career in nursing, social work, care or other health related professions this vocational qualification is an excellent choice. It also satisfies university entry requirements if you want to go on to further study at degree level.
Assessment
Assessment is through a variety of methods, which include assignments, case studies and course work. You will also keep a log of your experience on placement and your personal development. This qualification will include both internal and external assessment methods.
Progression
To progress on to the second year of study you must achieve a Merit grade plus exceptional attendance and disciplinary record. Further academic options could include study at degree or foundation degree level at University or College.
Career Progression
You can progress to a career in nursing, social work, care or other allied health related professions.
Fees
If you are a UK or home- fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course, tuition fees are free. If you are aged 19 years and over please contact the Advice Shop. Please check our Finance pages for information on loans, bursaries, fee information and student travel offers that are available. Alternatively please contact the Advice Shop.
