Level 3 QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care

NVQ

Distance

£ 895 VAT exempt

Description

  • Type

    NVQ

  • Methodology

    Distance Learning

  • 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

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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

£ 895 VAT exempt