Health, Social Care and Early Years

Health, Social Care and Early Years
Course Description
This course has been designed to provide students with a high quality qualification, which will develop and recognise students' skills and knowledge of the health and social care sector and the job roles, principles and values involved. The course is a two year course.

Entry Requirements
At least 5 GCSEs at Grade C, one of which must be English. OR Level 2 skills/craft qualification (e.g. NVQ 2 or relevant work experience).

Modules Studied:

• Introduction to Counselling Skills
• Working to Quality Care in Care Settings
• Behavioural Awareness in Care
• Advanced First Aid and Health and Safety

Awarding Body: OCR

Level: L3

Duration: 2 years

Attendance Modes: Day

Assessment: Assessed through centre-assessed assignments, externally moderated by an OCR moderator. All units are graded Pass, Merit or Distinction. This qualification is designed to develop knowledge of the health and social care sector.

Progression Routes: Counsellor, Education Welfare Officer, Family Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Life Coach, Occupational Therapist, Registered Care Home Manager, Social Work Assistant, Nursing, Operating Dept. Practitioner.

Costs: Contact college for fees

Campus: Kirkby