Intro to the course:
This course is delivered day release from school over 2 years. Placement in a Health and Social Care setting. Applications must be endorsed by the pupil support contact.
Qualification
SCQF Level 6
Study mode
Part-Time Day
Start date
20/08/2024
Who is the course for?
S4-5
What will I study?
Social Services in Scotland
Communication in Care Relationships
Human Development and Social Influences
Safeguarding People
Safe Practice and Wellbeing in Social Services
Support effective communication
Support the health and safety of yourself and individuals
Develop your own knowledge and practice
Support the safeguarding of individuals
Next step course options
Completion of this award is equivalent to a Higher and accepted by most Universities.
- NC Health and Social Care
- HNC Health Care Practice (1 other additional Higher required)
- HNC Social Services (1 other additional Higher required)
How will I be assessed?
Open and closed book assessments, Presentations and research tasks. 2nd year - you will be directly observed in placement.
Why should I choose this course?
Once award is achieved, candidates can apply for HNC or a Modern Apprenticeship in a health and social care setting
Where can this course lead?
Modern Apprenticeship in a local authority Health and Social care setting
What are the entry requirements?
Working at Higher Level. 3 NAT 5 qualifications including English.
What are the interview arrangements?
Pupil support will supply reference
Other information:
This course will be delivered in a South Lanarkshire school hub
Part time course: PART TIME