NVQ Support Services in Health Care (NVQ Level 2)

NVQ

In Newcastle Upon Tyne

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    NVQ

  • Location

    Newcastle upon tyne

Suitable for: This course is aimed at individuals who are currently working in a support service in healthcare environment in job roles such as Housekeeping/Domestic, Portering/Security, Postal, Transport, Catering, Laundry and Administration.

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

Newcastle Upon Tyne (Tyne and Wear)
Registered Head Office Chaucer Building 57 Grainger Street, NE1 5JE

Start date

On request

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Course programme

NVQ Support Services in Health Care (NVQ Level 2)

The Support Services in Health Care NVQ Level 2 course is aimed at individuals who are currently working in a support service in healthcare environment in job roles such as Housekeeping/Domestic, Portering/Security, Postal, Transport, Catering, Laundry and Administration. National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) in Support Services in Healthcare are nationally recognised qualifications which show that individuals have the necessary practical skills and knowledge for the industry. Assessment takes place in the workplace at flexible times to suit both the learner and employer. Funding is available for this Support Services in Health Care NVQ via Train to Gain to those that meet eligibility criteria.

What are the benefits?

For employers:

Support Service in Healthcare sector employers support NVQs because they

• Are recognised nationally and are relevant to their profession
• Are based on practical skills and can be done in the workplace
• Raise the standard of performance at work
• Can be offered as part of an in-house training programme
• Increase staff motivation and output
• Improve the company's image and profitability.

For employees:

Staff working in the Support Service in Healthcare industry benefit from these NVQs because they

• Take account of previous and new skills
• Lead to the award of a nationally recognised qualification
• Improve promotion and career opportunities
• Provide access to a structured and progressive system of education and training.

How are NVQs assessed?

NVQ assessments ensure that candidates are competent within their workplace. Staff will be observed and assessed on what they actually do at work. Previous experience, if they have any, will also be taken into account.

Candidates present evidence taken from the everyday jobs they do and are assessed by a trained assessor who is experienced in their area of work. All assessments are carried out to national standards and candidates will always get feedback from their assessor on their performance.

How are these NVQs structured?

Each of the levels is made up of a number of compulsory units; some also have optional units which allow individuals to choose those most relevant to their area of work. An NVQ is awarded on completion of all the units necessary for a particular level.

Is there a certificate?

A full NVQ certificate will be issued once they have completed all the units necessary for a particular level.

NVQ Support Services in Health Care (NVQ Level 2)

Price on request