BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care
BTEC
In Liverpool
Description
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Type
BTEC
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Location
Liverpool
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Duration
2 Years
This Level 3 course of study is designed to develop knowledge and skills required for those working in Health and Social Care Sectors. It will provide students with the opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques; personal qualities and the necessary attributes for successful performance in the workplace.
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About this course
In order to qualify for this course students will need one of the following; *A BTEC First Certificate or Diploma in a related subject (must achieve at least a Merit). *An Intermediate GNVQ in a related subject ( must achieve at least a Merit). *At least four GCSEs at grade A* - C (including English).
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Health and Social Care - BTEC National Diploma
What will I study?
This Level 3 course of study is designed to develop knowledge and skills required for those working in Health and Social Care Sectors. It will provide students with the opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques; personal qualities and the necessary attributes for successful performance in the workplace. Students will study a variety of subject areas from lifespan development to social history, counselling to complementary therapies.
How can I progress?
This course has been developed to prepare learners to work in health-related careers, in a professional capacity. The course provides opportunities for learners to enter employment such as a paramedic; in the fields of medical science and investigations, or to progress to higher vocational qualifications such as a foundation degree or a full-time honours degree in a related subject.
What will I need to qualify for this course?
In order to qualify for this course students will need one of the following; *A BTEC First Certificate or Diploma in a related subject (must achieve at least a Merit). *An Intermediate GNVQ in a related subject ( must achieve at least a Merit). *At least four GCSEs at grade A* - C (including English).
Course Structure
Whilst studying towards this qualification the following modules will be covered; *Developing Effective Communication, *Equality, Diversity and Rights, *Health, Safety and Security, *Development through the Life Stages, *Personal and Professional Development, *Human Anatomy & Physiology, *Psychological Perspectives, *Sociological Perspectives, *Caring for Children & Young People, *Public Health, *Nutrition for Health & Social Care, *Research Methodology for Health & Social Care, *Health Education, *Supporting and Protecting Adults, *Caring for Individuals with Additional Needs, *Health Psychology, *Environmental Health, *Social Policy for Health & Social Care, *Dealing with challenging behaviour, *Health Education.
Course Duration
2 Years
Qualification Level
Level 3
Career
* Nursing * Midwifery * Social Work * Paramedic * Dietician
BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care