NC Higher Social Care
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In Greenock and Kilwinning
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This course helps you develop the knowledge, skills and understanding to work in a care environment. Students on this course will have the opportunity to take the Higher Care exam and the Higher Mental Health exam. The course may also be used as preparation for entry to HNC Social Care
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About this course
Five Standard Grades at level 3 or above, one of which must be English. All applicants will be invited to an information session and are expected to provide satisfactory personal references.
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Course Aims:
This course helps you develop the knowledge, skills and understanding to work in a care environment. Students on this course will have the opportunity to take the Higher Care exam and the Higher Mental Health exam. The course may also be used as preparation for entry to HNC Social Care
Course Content:
Communication. Values & Principles in Care. Sociology for Care. Psychology for Care. Understanding Mental Health. Stress Management. Caring for People With Dementia.
Progression Opportunities:
Successful candidates may progress to the HNC Social Care or other relevant HNC programmes.
Career Potential:
Careers can be sought in the areas of social care, community care or health care.
Course Assessment:
This course is assessed through continuous assessment and a final examination.
NC Higher Social Care