Pre-Foundation / Entry 3 - Health and Social Care Skills for Working Life

Pre-Foundation / Entry 3 - Health and Social Care Skills for Working Life
Health & Social Care

Qualification
Edexcel Skills for Working Life
Attendance
15 Hours per week for 3-4 days
Duration
One Year
Description of the Course
BTEC Entry Level Certificates in Skills for Working Life introduce learners to the skills they need to work in a career area they are interested in. Entry Level Certificates are the first qualifications that can help individuals to get further training, or even a job.
The Health and Social Care Entry level qualification offers Learners a starting point on the National Qualifications Framework. Learners can progress to level 1 qualifications such as NVQs / Foundation Child Care and BTEC Introductory courses.

Course content
Learners will study towards an Entry qualification in Basic / Literacy and Numeracy Skills. The following personal development skills are available within the certificate: Information Technology / Dealing with Problems / Improving Your Learning / Working Together. Within Health and Social Care, Learners will cover three main units: Caring for Children, Caring for Older People and Health Emergencies. Learners will be taught in a small group with a comprehensive Tutorial system and individual support where necessary. Each Learner will have an individual Learning Plan that they will work towards with the support of their Personal Tutor. The Time Table will include practical lessons, portfolio building, I.T, Literacy, Numeracy and Tutorials. Students are also required to do a 2 week work experience placement.
Assessment
An initial assessment to assess individual levels of ability, will be carried out. Through-out the course, on-going assessments and reviewes will be carried out to check progress.
Who is the course for?
This course is designed for young people who want to progress on to Level 1 college courses, but do not have the required grades at this time. The course will help Learners to improve their Literacy & Numeracy skills and gain an entry level qualification related to their area of interest.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. . You will be asked to demonstrate your commitment and skills in an interview.
What can I do after this course?
On successful completion of the course, Learners will be able to apply for level 1 courses subject to interviews. If you want any information about Level 1 courses, please contact Customer Services.
Cost
Tuition Fee 615
Exam Fee 73.9
CRB Check 38
Registration 30.75
Additional costs
CRB Approx- £36
Start
September - 2008
Course Code
CD1030