Level 3 QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care
NVQ
Distance
Description
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Type
NVQ
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Duration
6 Months
Suitable for: The course is open to candidates at any age, of either gender and there are no entry barriers on the grounds of race, creed or academic attainment in learning. However, candidates must be employed in a workplace relevant to the occupational standards for Health and Social Care to enable them to complete the qualification.
Important information
Government funding available
Reviews
Subjects
- Residential Care
- Health and Social Care
- Carer
- Dementia
- Adult care
- Elderly Home
- Old age
- Health Care
- Social care
- Learning Disabilities
Course programme
Outline of programme - Each unit within the Diploma has a credit rating and to achieve the QCF NVQ Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 learners must complete 9 mandatory units along with a choice of optional knowledge and competence units equaling an overall 58 credits from 18 units. There are options to choose either the Generic, Dementia or Learning Disabilities pathways.
Mandatory Units
Unit 1: Introduction to Communication in Health & Social Care Settings
Unit 2: Introduction to Personal Development in Health & Social Care Settings
Unit 3: Introduction to Equality and Inclusion in Health & Social Care Settings
Unit 4: Introduction to Duty of Care in Health & Social Care Settings
Unit 5: Principles of Safeguarding and Protection in Health & Social Care Settings
Unit 6: The Role of the Health & Social Care Worker
Unit 7: Implement Person-Centred Approaches in Health & Social Care Settings
Unit 8: Contribute to Health & Safety in Health & Social Care
Unit 9: Handle Information in Health & Social Care Settings
The optional knowledge and competence units cover different areas of health and social care such as supporting those with disabilities, learning disabilities or dementia, individuals working with children and young people, infection control and supported living.
Assessment - Assessment takes place through evaluation of work-based performance, presenting evidence, witness testimony and questioning. A portfolio of evidence is produced which demonstrates that the candidate can perform to the level described. Participants will all have a vocationally competent QCF NVQ Diploma assessor who will help assemble the portfolio and prepare for assessment. In addition the candidates will have access to email and telephone support throughout their QCF NVQ Diploma programme together with resources as required.
How long will it take? There are no fixed periods for completion, however depending on experience most participants complete within 6-7 months.
Progression On completion of this program candidates are able to progress on to Leadership and Management Qualifications
Level 3 QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care