Full Time Health and Social Care
Vocational qualification
In Chester
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Chester
Doctor, nurse, midwife and health visitor. Chiropodist/podiatrist. Dietician. Occupational therapist. Radiographer. Osteopath. Homeopath. Biomedical scientist. Pharmacist. Optician.
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Subjects
- Health and Social Care
Course programme
I would like a future in Health and Social Care
A career in care often involves caring for people at difficult or vulnerable times in their lives but it can also include assisting individuals to keep healthy. Everyone at some time in his/her life experiences times of stress or illness and needs the support of a caring professional.
Case study
Martino Palumbo
BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care
Martino came to West Cheshire College because of its reputation and what current students had told him. He chose the BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care because he wanted to pursue a career as a mental health nurse and he recognised that this course would give him the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed.
"I have enjoyed my time at West Cheshire College as it has helped me gain more confidence and stand on my own two feet. I would recommend it to anyone because of the quality of teaching."
What types of jobs are in Health and Social Care?
There are a wide range of jobs in this sector. Here are just a few:
- Doctor, nurse, midwife and health visitor
- Chiropodist/podiatrist
- Dietician
- Occupational therapist
- Radiographer
- Osteopath
- Homeopath
- Biomedical scientist
- Pharmacist
- Optician
What skills/attributes do I need?
- A cheerful and positive attitude
- A respect for confidentiality
- An ability to work in a team and have a non-judgemental approach
- A good communicator and a good listener
- A caring and supportive nature
Full Time Health and Social Care