Health and social care, btec first diploma

South Downs College

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In Waterlooville

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    Course

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    Waterlooville

2. Course description Boost your career prospects by learning to work with people from all the life stages in Health and Social care settings. ; You can develop the knowledge and skills you need for working in health and social care settings by completing this programme., , It covers a range of subjects that focus on health and social care settings for people from all of the life stages, including: Understanding Disabilty, Human Body Systems, Infection control, Care Values, Health Promotion, Communication, Research, Equality & Diversity, Human Lifespan, Healty Living, Care Services, Food Safety and Individual Rights in Health and Social Care. In addition, you'll undertake 90 hours of compulsory work experience in a variety of care environments. , , You'll also learn through a range of theory based methods, including: discussion, academic posters, presentations, role-play, written assignments, displays and exams. Furthermore, the development of skills associated with teamwork and communication form an important part of the course. , , As an applicant you should have a genuine interest in working with people during all life stages, a considerate and empathetic nature, and be highly motivated.,

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Waterlooville (Hampshire)
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College Road, PO7 8AA

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  • Health and Social Care
  • Communication Training

Course programme

3. Entry requirements Applicants must have a genuine interest in working with people and have a caring personality. They must be highly motivated and be able to show a commitment to the caring profession. Students must have achieved four GCSEs at grade D or above including English Language or Mathematics or other related Level 1 or 2 qualifications may be considered. Entry to the course is also subject to a successful interview. 4. Equipment required No equipment required 5. Assessment method The work is internally and externally assessed. Internal assessment is carried out via assignment based units which will be marked by individual unit lecturers. External assessment is undertaken by completion of two examined units, these units are assessed by the awarding body. All units are graded to pass, merit or distinction depending on quality and criteria achieved. Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their own work. Their work needs to be kept in a portfolio and all deadlines met.

Additional information

1. Qualification detail Qualification name BTEC First Diploma in Health and Social Care Qualification Level Level 2 Awarding organisation Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Course webpage http://southdowns.ac.uk/course/ Course type Full time Course start date 01 September 2017 Instruction language English Additional pricing information Fees to be confirmed. Usual concessions and support available. Please contact college for more information. Attendance pattern Daytime/working hours

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