Introduction to Health and Social Care, and Children and Young People’s Settings
Course
In Plymouth
Description
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Location
Plymouth
About the course
If you know that you want to work in caring professions, but are not sure whether to work in health care, social care or childcare, then this study programme will help you make that choice. It’s an introductory course that will develop your caring skills and qualities in preparation for progression within your chosen career. This is a one year full-time course that will also include studying English and maths and opportunities to gain valuable work experience.
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Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements, however you must show a willingness to engage and a genuine interest in the course that will enable you to progress into employment or further education.
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Subjects
- English
- Maths
- Health and Social Care
Course programme
What you'll learn
You will study a range of units including:
- communicating effectively
- factors affecting health
- social/emotional needs
- creative and leisure activities
- personal care in health and social care
- job opportunities in health and social care/childcare
- rights and responsibilities at work
Your individualised study programme will be made up of the following four areas:
- the qualification you are studying
- English and maths
- work experience
- other activities to develop your personal skills e.g. preparing you for employment, training or higher/further education
Introduction to Health and Social Care, and Children and Young People’s Settings