Full time BTEC First Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2

BTEC First Diploma in Health & Social Care Level 2Duration
One Year full time

Attendance
The course runs over three days a week.

Course description
This course is intended to enable students to explore a range of areas within the health services. It will provide knowledge, understanding and skills required for further education or future employment in the health and care sectors.

Course Structure
The course comprises of six units, three core and three optional units covering a wide aspect of Health & Social care and includes key skills in communication and application of number.

Course Assessment
All evidence is completed through practical written work in the form of assignments over the one year programme.

Course Entry requirements

• 4 GCSE†s grades D and above including Maths and English.
• For equivalent qualifications see the Entry Requirements Explained page
• All applicants must complete an initial assessment in Maths and English and attend an interview

Course Costs
There are no course fees if you are under 19 years old on 31 August 2010. However, you may have to pay for textbooks, personal kits, uniforms, trips and personal stationery. You will be informed of these at your interview.

Course Enrichment
NOCN Progression Award

Vocational placement activities

Food hygiene certificate.

Course Progression

• BTEC National Diploma Health & Social Care
• BTEC National Certificate Health & Social Care
• Apprenticeship - Care
• Access to Nursing / Social Work.

Course Career Prospects
This qualification will provide opportunities in careers such as Home Care Worker, Residential Care Worker and Personal Assistant.

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If you are unsure about your career progression please contact the Careers Team.