Cambridge Level 3 Certificate (30 Credits) in Health and Social Care

BTEC

In Leicester

Free

Description

  • Type

    BTEC

  • Location

    Leicester

  • Duration

    1 Year

A wide variety of interesting and current issues are explored in depth. You will have the opportunity to undertake a work experience placement where you will be able to apply some of the knowledge gained in lessons and develop your skills. Throughout the course you will develop various skills including research, ICT, analytical, problem solving, developing your own learning, presentation skills, and learning to work independently as well as in groups, which will develop your communication skills. This course will provide you with an up to date and relevant insight into the world of Health and Social Care and will prepare you well for a career in the field.

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

Leicester (Leicestershire)
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Regent Road, LE1 7LW

Start date

On request

About this course

A minimum of five GCSEs, or equivalent, at grade A*- C or
4 - 9, including English Language.

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Teachers and trainers (1)

Regent College

Regent College

Teacher

Course programme

Course outline
One mandatory unit: Developing effective communication in health & social care


Assessment
This course is assessed by a portfolio of coursework.

Teaching styles
This course really focuses on the vocational aspects of Health & Social Care so you will find a lot of teaching is based in work experience/placement visits or case studies/role plays. There will also be group discussions, case study work, presentations, guest speakers, creation of resources, individual research, role play situation, practical application and so on.

Subject combinations
Complementary subjects are Sociology, Psychology, Citizenship and Biology. Students can also take complementary courses such as Science, especially if interested in a career in Health Care.

Resources and facilities
We have an extensive range of books, journals and DVD’s available in the library. Examples and case studies are used to bring this course to life and make it enjoyable to study. We have laptops which students can use during class time, they can be used to complete coursework and you can use the internet for research. We also have part of the college which is dedicated to health and social care classes only with specialist equipment (e.g. for monitoring fitness). The course is supported by the study plus team who operate an ‘open door’ policy and run Workshops.

Key features
A wide variety of interesting and current issues are explored in depth. You will have the opportunity to undertake a work experience placement where you will be able to apply some of the knowledge gained in lessons and develop your skills. Throughout the course you will develop various skills including research, ICT, analytical, problem solving, developing your own learning, presentation skills, and learning to work independently as well as in groups, which will develop your communication skills. This course will provide you with an up to date and relevant insight into the world of Health and Social Care and will prepare you well for a career in the field.

Progression
Level 3 Certificates earn you UCAS points and are therefore valued by universities allowing you to take on HND/ HNC or honours degree. Students can go in to careers such as nursing, teaching, midwifery, social work and many more. You can progress to the Level 3 Introductory Diploma at Regent College if desired.

Entry requirements

A minimum of five GCSEs at grade A*- C or 4 - 9, or equivalent, including English Language OR PASS at Level 2 and a C or 4 in English Language.

An interest in Health and Social Care would be advantageous

Cambridge Level 3 Certificate (30 Credits) in Health and Social Care

Free