Health & Social Care NVQ2

Qualification Name:NVQ In Health And Social Care (Level 2)
Course Name:Health & Social Care NVQ2
Course Code:ABRH
Centre:Willesden
Applies to:Adults Only
Availability:Part Time Day (Wednesday 9am - 4pm)

Who is this course for?
This course is for you if you are preferably aged 19yrs+ and are wishing to work in the Care Sector. You could be returning to learning, wishing a career change or working in the Care Sector and wish to achieve a Nationally recognised qualification.

What are the entry requirements?
You will be able to work at level 1 literacy and this will be assessed during the initial interview.
After applying you will have an interview to determine which course is suitable for your needs and abilities.

• Minimum Literacy Level: Level 1

Reading: You can read and understand the main points and ideas in different types of writing - for example magazine articles, newspaper stories or short stories. You can understand main ideas from a report, read from a website or college text book, etc. You can use what you have read to help you write an essay or make decisions. Writing: You can present information in different ways. You can use grammar, spelling and punctuation correctly. You can present your thoughts and ideas in a clear way that people can understand.
• Minimum Numeracy Level:N/A
  

What qualification will I receive?
You will receive the City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care.

Where can it lead?
You can go on to study the NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social care. The NVQ Level 2 award can lead to employment as a Care Assistant in residential and Care Homes and in the community, for example.

What will I study?
Subjects you will study include, record keeping, health & safety, care, protection and well-being of individuals. You will study 4 mandatory units and 2 optional units in order to complete the award.

How will I be taught?
You will attend college once each week throughout the course and be in a work placement in a Care setting for another 2 days each week. Teaching methods include, discussion, role play, individual and group work, presentations and ILT. You will

How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed through course work and by assessment of your practical competence in the work setting.

What will it cost?
Age under 19 on 31st August of the year you start your course? Study forFREE.

On income-based benefit? You could study for only £30.

Cost & Availability - Please be aware that certain courses are not subject to concessions.