Work Experience: Health & Social Care - OCNW Level 2

Work Experience: Health & Social Care - OCNW Level 2

Course ID:
PC05051

Academy:
Health, Social Care & Early Years

Introduction:
This Open College of the North West (OCNW) Level 2 course provides an opportunity for those already working, or seeking a voluntary employment opportunity within a health or social care setting, with formalised acknowledgement of their experience.

Study Mode & Location:
This 32 week part-time course will last for 1.5 hours per week (some weeks will be on placement/in a work experience setting). It will be held at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St Vincent`s Road, Preston, PR2 8UR.

Course Content:
The course provides for learners to self-evaluate and describe their personal and interpersonal skills; their personal development in a work context; and to consider how work organisations operate.

Assessment:
Assessment involves a three step process consisting of a short piece of work (500 words), an extended piece (a 1,200 word evaluative piece) and a portfolio of class notes.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
Successful completion of this course allows progression to many higher level courses at Preston College. If studied alongside other Level 2 units, this course may help you progress to Access courses in Nursing, Midwifery/Health Related qualifications or Social, Youth & Community Work. The course will also enhance your personal portfolio or CV and may enhance employment prospects.

How To Apply
You will need to have an informal interview with a Adult Admissions Adviser.
Many courses have limited places so please enquire as soon as possible. Following interview, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.

Money Matters
Depending upon your circumstances, you may be able to study for FREE or at a reduced price.

Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.